معرفی
Dr. Fiona Schmiegelow is a Professor in the Department of Renewable Resources at the University of Alberta, located primarily in Whitehorse, Yukon. She leads the Bachelor of Science in Environmental and Conservation Science (Northern Systems Major) program in partnership with Yukon University. Since 2015, she has served as Director of UAlberta North, focusing on advancing the university’s initiatives in boreal, Arctic, and circumpolar regions. Her academic role integrates teaching, research, and policy engagement.
Education & Academic Affiliations
- Professor, University of Alberta (since 1997)
- Director, UAlberta North (since 2015)
- Adjunct roles with Yukon College/Yukon University
Research Focus
Dr. Schmiegelow’s work centers on wildlife and landscape ecology in northern ecosystems, emphasizing land-use policy impacts and socio-ecological resilience. She bridges science and policy through partnerships, particularly in boreal conservation, climate adaptation, and Indigenous knowledge integration. Key themes include:
- Boreal bird and mammal habitat dynamics
- Climate change mitigation in northern systems
- Protected areas and sustainable resource management
Awards
Recognized for teaching excellence and conservation leadership, including:
- Multiple Teacher of the Year awards (2001, 2009, 2015)
- Royal Canadian Geographic Society Fellowship (2014)
- Boreal Trailblazers Award (2009)
Teaching & Academic Contributions
She teaches courses on northern conservation, land-use planning, and applied statistics. Recent courses include:
- REN R 491: Land-use Planning in Canada’s North
- REN R 465: Environmental and Conservation Field Studies
- ALES 204: Professional Communication
Grants & Collaborations
Her work involves interdisciplinary partnerships with government, Indigenous communities, and NGOs. Projects include:
- BEACONs Project (Boreal Ecosystems and Climate Change)
- Boreal Avian Modelling Partnership
Labs & Teams
Leads the Northern Conservation and Adaptation Research Group, focusing on applied ecological studies in Yukon and boreal regions.
