Graduate Students
Explore the scholars who have shaped—and continue to shape—our MA in Geography and Master of Science in GIS (MSGIS) programs. This section highlights both current students and alumni, showcasing the breadth of research, innovation, and professional growth within our graduate community.
Expand the profiles below to learn more about each student’s academic journey, including their thesis work, professional experience via LinkedIn, and the faculty mentors who supported their success throughout the program.
M.A. in Geography
Check out the amazing work accomplished by our current and past students!
Schultheis, Brendan Scott, (2024) .
Thesis Committee - Dr. Paul Laris (chair), Mr. Scott Winslow, Dr. Mystyn Mills.
Venegas, Maria, (2023) .
Thesis Committee - Dr. Gary Hytrek (chair), Dr. House-Peters, Dr. Dmitrii Sidorov.
Mayer, Cameron, (2022)
Thesis Committee - Dr. Paul Laris (chair), Dr. Argandona, Dr. House-Peters
Dowell, Julia, (2022)
Thesis Committee - Dr. Gary Hytrek (chair), Dr. House-Peters, Dr. Jocoy
Siwabessy, Andrew, (2021)
Thesis Committee - Dr. Rodrigue (chair), Dr. Onderdonk, Dr. Wechsler
Jacobs, Rebecca L. (2018)
Thesis Committee - Dr. Paul Laris (chair), Dr. Rodrigue, Dr. Langdon
Timm, Susan E., (2008)
Thesis Committee - Dr.Lee (chair), Dr. Wechsler, Dr. Behl
Pitts, Lisa, (2005)
Thesis Committee - Dr. Wechsler (chair), Dr. Garver, Dr. Rodrigue
| Student | Thesis | Thesis Committee |
|---|---|---|
| Cisneros, Aida | Dr. Perlitsh (chair), Dr. Hytrek, Dr. Ban | |
| Prell, Kathryn Lindsay | Dr. Jocoy (chair), Dr. House-Peters, Dr. Sidorov |
| Student | Thesis | Thesis Committee |
|---|---|---|
| Cano, Andrea | Dr. House-Peters (chair), Dr. Dudley, Dr. Hytrek | |
| Carvalho, Darrell | Dr. House-Peters (chair), Dr. Macias, Dr. Jocoy | |
| Salas-Yoshii, Alana | Dr. Hytrek (chair), Dr. Jocoy, Dr. Toji | |
| Nada, Mina | Dr. Laris (Chair), Dr. Wechsler, Dr.Li, | |
| Schultheis, Brendan Scott | Dr. Laris (Chair), Mr. Winslow, Dr. Mills | |
| Avrit, Sara Elizabeth | Dr. Mills (Chair), Dr. Laris, Dr. Pepper |
