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Gary Klee is a Professor in the Environmental Studies Department within the College of Social Sciences at San José State University. He holds a Ph.D. in Geography from the University of Oregon and dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Environmental Studies with minors in Park Ranger and Administration and other fields. His academic work bridges environmental science, cultural ecology, and conservation photography.
His research focuses on California's coastal and protected lands, including wetlands, wildlife refuges, nature conservancy preserves, and the UC Natural Reserve System. He is currently developing a book and field course on lesser-known protected areas in California, emphasizing management agencies, policies, and environmental concerns. His scholarly interests include human (cultural) ecology, international development, traditional resource management systems, and the environmental implications of nature photography.
The publications of Gary Klee reflect a long-standing commitment to integrated coastal management, natural resource conservation, and global traditional knowledge systems. His works span from policy-oriented texts on marine sanctuaries to cross-cultural studies of sustainable resource use, indicating a multidisciplinary approach grounded in geography and environmental studies.
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Gary Klee has actively advised graduate students on a wide range of thesis projects, including topics such as California coastal issues, traditional island fisheries in Palau and Panama, Panda Bear conservation in Nepal, Sea Lion protection in Monterey Bay, native plant landscaping in San José, and the environmental impacts of digital photography. While no grants are explicitly listed, his support for student research in international development and conservation suggests engagement with broader academic and field-based initiatives.
He teaches courses such as ENVS/ANTH 117: Human Ecology, ENVS 118: Sustainable Home Gardens, ENVS 144: California Wetland Controversies, ENVS 161: California Wildlands, ENVS 166: Nature and Conservation Photography, ENVS 189: Coastal Field Studies, and ENVS 194: Environmental Internship. These courses reflect his integrative approach to environmental education, combining fieldwork, policy, and visual documentation.
