Dr. Chad E. Heinzel
Professor of Geology
Education
Ph. D. Geology and Environmental Geosciences (2005), Northern Illinois University
M. S. Geological Sciences (2000), University of Minnesota-Duluth
B. S. Geological Sciences (1997), University of Iowa
Teaching Interests
Specialties: Geoarchaeology and Environmental Science
Research Interests
- Integrate techniques from geology, geography, and archaeology to investigate possible environmental and anthropogenic influences on the socio-economic development of indigenous populations in locations such as Sicily, the Great Plains of the US, and the Rocky Mountains.
- Investigate Quaternary mapping and stratigraphy defined within a geographic information system in upland and alpine regions. Makes use of data from a wide range of disciplines including soil development, pollen, artifacts, and isotropic variability which provides a window into a region's physical development. Data is also used to interpret availability of natural resources through time and the environmental controls placed on developing societies.
- Examining innovative and effective ways of incorporating new technologies (GIS) into the classroom.