Kathleen Gilbert

I believe strongly in science literacy, which is one reason I enjoy teaching in our introductory geosciences labs. It is exciting to hear students say, “I see geology everywhere now!” I also enjoy working with students who find math and science challenging or who have had negative experiences with these subjects in the past. Helping students overcome their fear of math and science is incredibly rewarding. Of course, I also enjoy working with students who are interested in learning more about the topics we are covering. Seeing students develop curiosity and enthusiasm for science is always exciting. 

Although my background is in geochemistry and physical geology, I love working in the field, and I have had the opportunity to work on several projects in various parts of the world. I have also accompanied some of our longer field trips to locations such as Mt. St. Helens and the Mohave Desert. It is great to see the students working together to learn about a new place. 

Geoscience covers many topics that help us understand how Earth works, what has happened in the past, and even what might happen in the future. Students are often surprised to learn that geoscience is much more than rocks. Although the rocks are pretty cool! 

I teach labs in our two introductory Geosciences courses – 
The Dynamic Earth 
Earth Processes and the Environment

Education

• B.A., Smith College
• M.S., University of Miami