Robert Mitchell PhD
Professor , Hydrogeology, Watershed hydrology, Engineering geology, and Numerical modeling
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Bob Mitchell's WebsiteResearch Interests
My actionable science research program focuses on water-resource issues in the Puget Sound region including modeling the effects of projected climate change on mountain hydrology and hillslope processes, and has been instrumental to government agencies and regional Indian Tribes in making management and policy decisions regarding water quantity and quality in Washington State.
Educational & Professional Experience
Ph.D. - Michigan Tech University (Environmental Engineering)
M.S. - University of Minnesota (Physics) and Michigan Tech (Geophysics)
B.S. - University of Wisconsin, River Falls (Geology)
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.
Selected Awards & Honors
Digges Distinguished Professor of Engineering Geology
UMD Swenson College Academy of Science & Engineering
Arlan Norman Award for Excellence in Student Mentoring (2020 recipient)
GAANN Ph.D. Fellow, 1991 - 1995, Environmental Engineering, Michigan Technological University