Michael Sormrude

Michael Sormrude is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology at Southern Connecticut State University (SCSU), where he has been affiliated for over 5 years. In his role, he serves as the Anatomy and Physiology Series Coordinator, teaching students in health science and medical fields, and contributes to university governance as an elected faculty representative on multiple committees.

Education

• Kinesiology with concentration in Athletic Training
• Education degree with State Certification
• Graduate certificate in Clinical Genetics and Genomics from University of Connecticut
• Graduate certificate in Climate Change and Health from Yale School of Public Health
• Graduate certificate in Medical Teaching and Clinical Research from Harvard Medical School

Research Interests

• Human body function across the lifespan
• Mammalian physiology studies
• Climate change impacts on public health
• Surveillance of Eastern Coyote (Canis latrans) in drought-affected regions of Eastern Connecticut
• Ecological impact of Red Swamp Crayfish (Procambus clarkii) on freshwater systems

Professional Network
Dr. Sormrude has held teaching positions at University of Connecticut, University of New Haven, Quinnipiac University, Connecticut College, Mitchell College, Eastern Connecticut State University, Worcester State University, and University of Massachusetts-Boston. He has worked abroad in China, Malaysia, and Australia.