John A. Rayburn

Dr. John A. Rayburn is a Professor in the Department of Geological Sciences at SUNY New Paltz, with additional faculty membership in the Environmental Science program. His research focuses on Geomorphology, Glacial Geology, and Paleoclimatology, with particular emphasis on North American glacial lake dynamics and climate change impacts. He received the SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching (2015) and has taught courses ranging from Physical Geology to Advanced Geomorphology.

Education:

• Ph.D. in Geology (Binghamton University, 2004)
• M.Sc. in Geology (University of Manitoba, 1997)
• B.S. in Geology (SUNY Plattsburgh, 1994)
• B.A. in Economics (St. Lawrence University, 1987)

Research Highlights: His work spans Glacial Lake Drainage, Tree-Ring Dating, and Ground Penetrating Radar Mapping, covering regions from the Catskill Mountains to the Champlain Valley. Publications frequently appear in journals like Quaternary International and Hydrological Processes, with collaborators including D.A. Franzi and T.M. Cronin.

Scientific Awards:

• SUNY Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching (2015)