Education

• Doctor of Philosophy, December 2002 Emphasis: Forestry
• Master of Forestry, May 1993 Emphasis: Forest Recreation
• Bachelor of Science, December 1987 Major: Aerospace

Awards & Recognitions

• UTAA Outstanding Teacher of the Year (2025)
• Fellow, National Association for Interpretation (2024)
• CAAS Outstanding Teacher Award (2020)
• Cunningham Outstanding Teacher/Scholar Award (2015)
• Outstanding Advisor Award, UT Martin (2011)