Natalie Carroll

Natalie Carroll is a Professor with an 80% appointment in the Department of Youth Development and Agricultural Education and 20% appointment in Agricultural & Biological Engineering at Purdue University. She holds a B.S. in Mathematics, and M.S. and Ph.D. in Agricultural Engineering from Michigan State University. Her research focuses on youth education in natural resources, environmental education, and informal learning methods for young audiences. She teaches ASM 336: Environmental Systems Management.

Dr. Carroll's work includes developing curricula like the Soil & Water Science and Weather & Climate Science programs, and leading initiatives like the 4-H Natural Resources Education. She has contributed to projects such as bioindicator water quality guides and medication disposal protocols. Though partially retired, she remains active in educational outreach and has authored over 30 publications spanning environmental engineering, nanotechnology impacts, and pedagogical strategies.

• Education:
  • B.S. Mathematics (Michigan State University)
  • M.S. Agricultural Engineering (Michigan State University)
  • Ph.D. Agricultural Engineering (Michigan State University)
• Labs/Teams: Collaborates with Purdue Extension and the 4-H program on environmental education initiatives.
• Grants/Awards: Not explicitly listed in provided texts.