20 Adjunct Faculty DR. CAITLIN BARNES COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES - DIRECTOR OF OUTREACH Fluid Induced Seismicity, Groundwater, Disposal Wells and Planetary Geology DR. SABRINA BECKMANN ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics: Industrial Microbiology, Microbiology, Environmental Engineering, Agricultural Development and Water Treatment DR. CARLOS CORDOVA PROFESSOR Geoarchaeology, Quaternary Paleoecology, Geomorphology, Pollen and Phytoliths DR. BABU FATHEPURE PROFESSOR Department of Microbiology and Molecular Genetics: Bioremediation Microbes, Microbiology and Microbial Ecology DR. AHMED ISMAIL PROFESSOR Principal Geophysicist with Maxima Geophysics LLC in Dallas-Forth Worth Metroplex DR. MILEVA RADONJIC ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Samson Investment Chair in Petroleum Engineering - College of Engineering: Rock Fluid Interactions, Micro-geochemistry, Wellbore Leakage and Caprock Integrity Adjunct faculty are a vital asset to geology education, bringing real-world experience from industry, research, and government directly into the classroom. Their specialized expertise enhances the curriculum with current, practical knowledge in areas like hydrogeology, geophysics, and environmental consulting. For students, this means access to diverse perspectives, career insights, and valuable networking opportunities. Adjuncts also allow institutions to expand course offerings and adapt quickly to emerging trends, all while maintaining academic excellence. Their contributions enrich the learning environment and better prepare students for the complexities of today’s geoscience careers. spring.2025
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