Eric Strahorn

Eric Strahorn is an Associate Professor of History and Program Coordinator for the History MA program at Florida Gulf coast University's Department of Political Science, Public Administration & History. He holds a Ph.D. in History from the University of Iowa (1997), an M.A. (1989), and a B.A. from Drake University (1988). His research focuses on environmental history, disease history, South Asian studies, and Himalayan region dynamics.

Education:

• Ph.D., History, University of Iowa, 1997
• M.A., History, University of Iowa, 1989
• B.A., History, Drake University, 1988

Research Interests: Explores intersections between environmental change and human societies, particularly in South Asia. Specializes in Himalayan ecological history, transboundary water issues, and the historical epidemiology of diseases like leprosy. Active in studying climate change impacts and energy policy in South Asia.

Awards & Grants:

• Florence Tan Moeson Fellowship (Library of Congress, 2016)
• National Asia Research Program Fellowship (2010-2012)
• Recipient of university teaching/service awards

Teaching: Teaches courses on modern South Asia, environmental history, world civilizations, and water history. Known for interdisciplinary approaches linking historical analysis to current environmental challenges.

Labs/Teams: Collaborates with international research networks on Himalayan environmental issues and participates in conferences addressing transboundary resource management.