Ava Fujimoto-Strait

Ava Fujimoto-Strait is an Instructor and Lab Coordinator in the Department of Environmental and Geosciences at Sam Houston State University (SHSU), part of the College of Science & Engineering Technology. She holds a B.S. in Geography from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County and an M.A. in Geography (Biogeography emphasis) from the University of Georgia. Her research focuses on biogeography, climatology, and human-environment interactions, with special interests in forest-soil dynamics and island ecosystems. She teaches courses including Weather & Climate, Environmental Geography, and a Hawaii Field Course.

Dr. Fujimoto-Strait has over 20 years of teaching experience across multiple institutions, including online courses for Lone Star College and Louisiana Delta Community College. She emphasizes experiential learning and enjoys large lecture courses, particularly Weather & Climate. Beyond academia, she is an avid runner and recently began rock climbing.

No specific scientific awards or grants are mentioned in the profile. Her professional activities include field course coordination and geographic education outreach.