Christopher Ritzi

Christopher Ritzi is a Professor of Biology in the Natural Sciences unit at Sul Ross State University, teaching undergraduate and graduate courses including Evolution, Invertebrate Zoology, Animal Behavior, Parasitology, and specialized Entomology fields. His office is located in WSB 217, C-64, and he can be contacted at critzi@sulross.edu.

His research focuses on entomological disciplines with emphasis on forensic applications, medical/veterinary entomology, and regional arachnid studies in the Trans Pecos area. Teaching portfolios reveal deep engagement in evolutionary biology, parasitology, and invertebrate zoology through courses like ST: Arachnida of Trans Pecos and Graduate Med-Vet Entomology, demonstrating active field-specific research integration.

Professor Ritzi supervises graduate thesis work through BIOL 6040 Thesis Research, BIOL 6301 Thesis Prospectus, and BIOL 6302 Thesis Defense courses. His development of specialized graduate seminars in forensic entomology and arachnology indicates ongoing research mentorship, though specific grant details remain unreported in available materials.