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Pat Maher is an Associate Professor in the Department of Ecosystem Science and Management at the University of Northern British Columbia, affiliated with the Faculty of Environment. He also serves as a faculty member in Community Studies (COMS) and Sport and Physical Activity Leadership (SPAL).
Dr. Maher earned his BA in Geography and BA Honours in Outdoor Recreation (HBOR) at Lakehead University, followed by a PhD in Geography from Lincoln University, New Zealand.
His research expertise centers on:
- Meanings of experiences in remote/peripheral/Polar Regions
- Pedagogical approaches like experiental learning
- Linkages to global sustainability challenges through behavioral change
His scholarly work intersects with outdoor recreation, polar tourism, environmental education, and sustainability studies.
Scientific honors include:
- 3M National Teaching Fellow (2025)
- Royal Canadian Geographical Society Fellow (2025)
Editorial roles:
- Editor, Journal of Experiential Education
- Associate Editor, Canadian Journal of Environmental Education
- Associate Editor, Canadian Journal for the Scholarship of Teaching and Learning
- Editorial Board, Cogent Social Science
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