Edward Doheny

Edward Doheny serves as a Lecturer in the Master of Science in Applied Geosciences (MSAG) program at the University of Pennsylvania's College of Liberal and Professional Studies. He co-founded the MSAG program in 2005 and has been a faculty member at Penn since 1993, following his role as director of Drexel University's Engineering Geology Program.

His educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Science from The City University of New York
• Master's degree in Geology from Indiana University
• Doctoral degree in Geology from Indiana University

Dr. Doheny's expertise spans geology, engineering geology, and applied geosciences, with practical emphasis on field applications. As a licensed Professional Geologist in Pennsylvania, he integrates regulatory and industry standards into his teaching methodology.

His exceptional contributions to education have earned him significant recognition:

• Member of Education 100
• Plaque of Appreciation from the Geography National Honor Society
• Outstanding Professor Award from the Pennsylvania Section of the American Institute of Professional Geologists
• Penn’s Ferdinand Vandiveer Hayden Award for Distinguished Teaching and Career Mentoring of Students
• Christian R. and Mary F. Lindback Foundation Award for Distinguished Teaching
• Multiple Distinguished Teaching Awards from Drexel University

Dr. Doheny's pedagogical approach emphasizes career mentoring, evidenced by the Hayden Award specifically honoring student development. His leadership extends to program development, having established Penn's MSAG curriculum to address industry demands in geoscience applications, while maintaining strong connections with professional geology organizations through his licensure and awards.