Dr. Laura Guertin, Distinguished Professor of Earth Sciences

Email: guertin@psu.edu

Snail mail: Dr. Laura Guertin, Earth Sciences
Penn State Brandywine
25 Yearsley Mill Road
Media, PA, 19063

What is this blog about? Why do I need yet another website that describes my professional career when I already have an ePortfolio? I began this site in 2012 for a specific audience, the students in my classroom. More and more, I was noticing that the audience that mattered the most to me in my job – my students – were not fully aware of the duties of a faculty member, and how there is much more to my job than teaching. Hands-down, my passion lies with providing the most effective, engaging and innovative approaches to introductory-level Earth science instruction in my classroom. But there are times I “disappear” during the semester, and I’m challenged with trying to explain to students that going to a conference or joining a field expedition is actually WORK, not a vacation!

During my career, I’ve also expanded the focus of my research, dissemination, and community engagement. With a background in marine geology & geophysics, I’ve been able to build upon my science training and research to explore pedagogical investigations, experiences at sea, and creative ways to share science with community audiences that range from kindergarteners to senior citizens.

So, to my students (and anyone else interested….), here is my electronic forum to share with you my full identity beyond my professional title, that not only am I a teacher, but I am a scientist, a researcher, a mentor, an innovator, a conference presenter, a workshop leader, a communicator, and much more. I hope this site allows you to learn more about me, my work, and where my travels have taken me (again, you can find my professional accomplishments and credentials (CV) on my ePortfolio). Please feel free to leave comments and ask questions – I welcome the opportunity to share more with you!