Robert Mitchell, PhD
He/Him/His, Professor
Educational & Professional Experience:
Ph.D. - Michigan Technological University (Environmental Engineering)
M.S. - University of Minnesota - Duluth (Physics)
M.S. - Michigan Technological University (Geophysics)
B.S. - University of Wisconsin - River Falls (Earth Science)
Areas of Expertise
Hydrogeology, watershed hydrology, engineering geology, and numerical modeling
Courses Taught
- Physical Geology
- GIS in Geology
- Environmental Geology
- Engineering Geology
- Surface Water Hydrology
- Hydrogeology
- Groundwater Contamination
- Introduction to Graduate Research
M.S. Students
Visit my graduate student information page for information about my current research projects.
Research Interests
My actionable science research program focuses on water-resource issues and climate-change resilience in the Puget Sound region including modeling the effects of projected climate change on mountain hydrology, stream temperatures, and hillslope processes. Outcomes of my research have been instrumental to government agencies and regional Indian Tribes in making management and policy decisions regarding water quantity and quality in Washington State.
Selected Awards & Honors:
Digges Distinguished Professor of Engineering Geology
Meritorious Service Award, Environmental & Engineering Division of the GSA
UMD Swenson College Academy of Science & Engineering Inductee
Arlan Norman Award for Excellence in Student Mentoring
GAANN Ph.D. Fellow, 1991 - 1995, Environmental Engineering, Michigan Technological University