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Jerry T. Mitchell is a Professor of Geography and Chair of the Department of Geography at the University of South Carolina, within the College of Arts and Sciences. With over $5 million in external funding from organizations like the National Science Foundation and National Geographic Society, his work focuses on geography education, environmental hazards, and Latin American geography. He has authored over 75 publications and led initiatives such as the Center of Excellence for Geographic Education since 2004.
- Research Interests: Geography Education, Climate Change Teaching, GIS Pedagogy
- Leadership Roles: Editor of the Journal of Geography (2010–2019), President of the National Council for Geographic Education (2020)
- Awards:
- 2022 Gilbert H. Grosvenor Honors in Geographic Education
- 2024 George J Miller Award for Distinguished Service to Geographic Education
His recent publications highlight trends in geography education, emphasizing climate change pedagogy, GIS integration in teacher training, and cross-disciplinary approaches to global challenges. Mitchell's research also critiques disaster myths in media and explores spatio-temporal recovery dynamics post-hurricanes.
