Carrie Bucklin

Dr. Carrie Bucklin is an Assistant Professor of Biology at Southern Utah University (SUU), focusing on education research and ecological studies. She joined SUU in 2016 and teaches introductory biology courses such as BIOL 1010, BIOL 1020, and General Biology series. Her research explores student engagement in STEM, particularly through the NSF-funded SEAS Your Tomorrow program targeting diverse student populations in the U.S. Virgin Islands. She also investigates animal movement patterns post-wildfire and pollution reduction strategies.

• Education:
• B.S. Biological Sciences, University of Missouri (2008)
• M.S. Science & Mathematics Education, University of Southern Mississippi (2010)
• Ph.D. Biological Sciences (university unspecified)
• Grants: Secured over $280K NSF funding for SEAS Your Tomorrow, including $19K for SUU.
• Philosophy: Advocates student-centered learning, connecting new knowledge to prior experiences.

Her work emphasizes retaining students in STEM through inclusive practices and behavioral science interventions.