Sondra Miller

Sondra Miller is an Associate Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering at Boise State University, where she focuses on environmental engineering and contaminant transport. Her research examines the fate of organic pollutants in natural systems and engineered solutions, with active projects funded by the FAA, Hewlett-Packard, and Boise State's Office of Sponsored Projects. She holds a Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering from the University of Iowa and a professional engineering license in Idaho.

• Ph.D. in Environmental Engineering (University of Iowa)
• M.S. in Environmental Engineering (SUNY Buffalo)
• B.S. in Civil Engineering (SUNY Buffalo)

Dr. Miller's research spans three core areas:

• Contaminant Transport: Investigating organic pollutants in aquatic systems like Lake Michigan
• Environmental Modeling: Leading projects on particulate matter and aviation emissions
• Sustainable Infrastructure: Developing water reuse monitoring systems and educational modeling initiatives

Her recent publications show increasing emphasis on educational innovation, including:

• STEM communication pedagogy
• Low-cost educational interventions
• First-year design curriculum development

Professional activities include:

• $73,000 FAA grant for air quality modeling
• $68,000 HP-sponsored educational initiative
• $5,000 university-funded water reuse project
• Co-investigator in multiple interdisciplinary studies