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Graduate students in Geography and Environmental Resources come from a variety of backgrounds and have diverse research and career interests. The graduate students below are currently working with faculty in Geography and Environmental Resources. They include students in the Geography and Environmental Resources M.S. program, as well as doctoral students from Environmental Resources and Policy (ERP) and Geosciences
Shadia Afrin
Research Interests: Extreme weather events, regional weather patterns, sustainable development
Why SIU? Southern Illinois University Carbondale offers diverse academic programs including world renowned faculties, and a vibrant campus life. The caring faculty fosters a supportive environment for research, and academic growth.
Fisayo Akinde
Research Interests: Artificial intelligence and machine learning, hydrology, remote sensing and GIS
Why SIU? The high rate of Diversity, Inclusion and Equity. Reputable and Interdisciplinary Research.
Bibek Ban
Research Interests: Applications of GIS and remote sensing in sustainable natural resource management, UAS-based mapping and monitoring, global change
Why SIU? Diverse research interest and expertise of faculty members along with departmental resources that has a lot to offer for students like me, friendly atmosphere among students and faculty members
Max Blessman
Research Interests: Climate change, environmental conservation
Why SIU? It is the most beautiful campus in Illinois, and it provides me with many opportunities to explore the great outdoors.
Portia Carrera
Research Interests: Biogeography, environmental conservation
Why SIU? I chose SIU because of the welcoming and friendly community of the Geography and Environmental Resources department, and the beautiful campus!
Zachary Carter
Research Interest: Environmental psychology
Why SIU? A combination of faculty with knowledge and experience related to my research interests as well as the unique campus and local area.
Holly Chesney
Research Interests: Biogeography, environmental conservation, environmental justice
Why SIU? The opportunities for interdisciplinary study and an amazing location in Southern Illinois.
Michael Edidem
Research Interests: Geospatial artificial intelligence, remote sensing, smart cities, GIS
Why SIU? The high level of interdisciplinary research output of the faculty at SIU Geography.
Pearl Sika Fichtel
Research Interests: Environmental management, sustainability, administration
Why SIU? The friendliness of the Professors at SIUC, especially in the School of Earth Systems and Sustainability.
Annie Gill
Research Interests: Ecotourism as a tool for conservation, community development, and economic growth
Why SIU? I chose SIU because of the campus's dedication to sustainability initiatives. I was also drawn to the natural beauty of the campuses and its green spaces as well as the welcoming community.
Tara Giri
Research Interests: Floodplain sedimentation
Why SIU? Prestigious University with broad research scope and friendly environment.
Victoria Mathieu
Research Interests: Aviation weather, GIS
Why SIU? During my undergrad, I got a Minor in Geography. I've worked in SIU Aviation for a few years. Now that I'm continuing my education, I came back to SIU Geography!
Adizatu Mohammed.
Research Interests: Climate change, environmental sustainability, land use change
Why SIU? Because of the diversity in its student body and the high reputation of its research mentors.
Amina Naliaka
Research Interests: GIS, groundwater sustainability, water-energy-food nexus, climate change, human dimensions of water resources management
Why SIU? The wealth of resources, dedicated faculty, impactful research opportunities, and a strong interdisciplinary program (ERP).
Theresa Ogbeche
Research Interests: Environmental psychology, pro-environmental behavior, sustainable energy transition, sustainable agriculture
Why SIU? Sound research reputation, hub of brilliant faculties, multicultural environment, diversity and inclusiveness.
Najila Porno
Research Interests: Climate change, coastal flooding, natural hazards, GIS, remote sensing
Why SIU? The diversity of research and expertise of the faculties, mentionable works aligned with my research area, immensely supportive and friendly faculty members, amiable workplace, and a very beautiful campus.
Ope Rasaq-Balogun
Research Interests: Climate variability and change, extreme events, heat stress
Why SIU? The school's reputation for renowned higher education programs. I also love the diversity of the school.
Joshua Ruiz
Research interests: Extreme weather, natural hazards, UAS technology, GIS
Why SIU? The friendly and supportive faculty members coupled with the beautiful local area makes SIU a great place to continue my academic studies.
Sabah Aesha Tarique
Research Interests: Smart divide, urban and regional planning and development, climate change, GIS, remote sensing
Why SIU? Alignment with academic and professional goal and supportive academic environment.
Rajee Tamrakar
Research Interests: Natural hazards, climate change adaptation, human-environment interaction, GIS applications
Why SIU? The diverse research interests of the faculty, friendliness of the professors and the faculty, openness and support from department to explore own ideas, interests and research.
Yuhua Wang
Research Interests: Spatial analysis, UAV technology, machine learning, water resources
Why SIU? The faculty members in the geography and environmental resources department are pretty famous. The friendly environment is suitable for doing research.
Hannah Weber
Research Interests: Human-environment interactions, sustainability, community geography, GIS
Why SIU? I chose SIU because of the beautiful and dynamic Southern Illinois region, and because of the welcoming and helpful faculty.