David Rutherford

David Rutherford is an Associate Professor in the Department of Public Policy Leadership at the University of Mississippi. He holds a Ph.D. in Geography/Geographic Education from Texas State University-San Marcos (2005), with prior degrees from California State University-Fullerton (M.A., 2000) and the University of California-Santa Barbara (B.A., 1984). His research and teaching focus on rapid changes in environmental, economic, and societal systems, providing critical insights for policymakers and future leaders.

• Education:
• Associate in Geography, Orange Coast College (1981)
• B.A. Geography, University of California-Santa Barbara (1984)
• M.A. Geography, California State University-Fullerton (2000)
• Ph.D. Geography, Texas State University-San Marcos (2005)

His expertise spans physical geography, human geography, regional studies, geographic techniques, and educational methodologies. He emphasizes understanding contemporary global dynamics to address evolving challenges in policy and leadership. Rutherford teaches courses integrating geographic principles with public policy, and maintains a website at davidrutherford.org.