John Zayac

John Zayac serves as Assistant Professor of Earth Science in the Department of Earth Science and Geography at Vassar College, where he has held a faculty position since 2020.

His academic credentials include:

• BS from University of California-Santa Cruz
• MPhil from CUNY Graduate School and University Center
• MS from University of California-Santa Barbara
• PhD from CUNY Graduate School and University Center

Dr. Zayac's research concentrates on geological processes with specific expertise in volcanic eruption dynamics and sedimentary systems. His work on volcanic eruptions has received institutional recognition through features by the CUNY Graduate Center, demonstrating applied contributions to understanding earth formation processes. Within the classroom, he teaches specialized courses including ESCI 211 Sedimentology, reflecting his commitment to translating complex geological concepts into structured academic instruction. These interconnected research and teaching domains position him at the forefront of contemporary earth science inquiry.

No scientific awards or honors were documented in the source material.

While teaching responsibilities are explicitly noted through course listings, the available documentation contains no references to graduate student mentorship, research grant acquisitions, or sponsored projects under Dr. Zayac's direction.

Information regarding specialized research facilities, laboratory operations, or collaborative research teams was not provided in the institutional profile.