Anne Egger

Anne Egger is a Professor of Geology at Central Washington University (CWU) and serves as the Executive Director of the National Association of Geoscience Teachers (NAGT). Her work bridges geoscience education research, teacher preparation, and workforce development. She holds a PhD in Geological and Environmental Sciences from Stanford University (2010) and a BA from Yale University (1995).

Egger's research focuses on spatial thinking, field experiences, and dispositions in geoscience education, with an emphasis on preparing K-12 teachers and undergraduate geoscience students. She leads initiatives like the Teaching with Investigation and Design in Science (TIDeS) project and co-directs the National Geoscience Faculty Survey. Her recent work addresses barriers in geoscience employment for people with disabilities and explores how online learning impacts geoscience education during crises.

Her professional service includes leadership roles in NAGT, which supports geoscience education through conferences, grants, and the USGS internship program. Egger has authored over 50 publications, focusing on workforce skills, pedagogical innovation, and equity in STEM education. She teaches courses in structural geology, field methods, and science education.