Christina Hargiss

Christina Hargiss is a Professor and Director at the School of Natural Resource Sciences at North Dakota State University. She specializes in water use, water quality, wetland ecology, and environmental education, with a focus on energy development impacts and urban ecosystems.

Her research spans wetland assessments, road dust mitigation, and environmental education outreach. Recent projects include the National Wetland Condition Assessment, municipal water use in the Bakken region, and the Fargo Project on green infrastructure.

• Education: Ph.D. in Natural Resources Management, North Dakota State University, 2009

She teaches courses such as Environmental Outreach Methods, Urban Ecosystem Management, and NEPA/Environmental Assessment. Her work explores stakeholder perceptions, harmful algal bacteria, and gravel road management techniques.

• Professional Memberships
  • National Science Teachers Association
  • Society of Wetland Scientists
  • North American Association of Environmental Educators
  • ND Coalition for Conservation and Environmental Education
  • ND State Envirothon Committee
  • River Keepers