Duncan Shaeffer

Duncan Shaeffer is a Teaching Professor at the School of Geographical Sciences & Urban Planning at Arizona State University (ASU), where he also serves as Associate Director of Undergraduate Programs. He holds a PhD in Geography from ASU (2001). Shaeffer specializes in cultural and historical geography, focusing on regions such as North America, Latin America, Europe, Northern Eurasia, and Australia/Oceania. His work bridges literature and landscape studies, and he is deeply involved in geographic education and online teaching methodologies.

Teaching & Courses: He teaches courses on regional geography, including the Geography of the US/Canada, Latin America, Europe, Australia/Oceania, and Russia. Courses are offered in both in-person and online formats. Notable courses include Geography of Arizona/SW U.S., Special Topics, and World Geography.

Research: His research emphasizes cultural and historical dimensions of global regions, with a focus on place, identity, and landscape. He actively explores innovative approaches to geographic education, particularly in digital and hybrid learning environments.

Awards:

• 2006 Distinguished Teaching Award for Lecturers (College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, ASU)

Affiliations: He is an affiliate of the Melikian Center and a member of the Association of Pacific Coast Geographers.