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Paul A. Lorah is an Associate Professor in the Department of Geography and Environmental Studies at the University of St. Thomas, part of the College of Arts and Sciences. He holds a PhD in Geography from Indiana University and has been at St. Thomas since 1996, serving as Department Chair until 2019. His research focuses on applied GIS, conservation strategies, landscape analysis, and urban geography. He actively collaborates with institutions like the Minnesota Nature Conservancy and Great River Greening on conservation projects.
- Education: PhD in Geography (Indiana University, 1996), MA in Geography (University of Colorado, 1991)
- Expertise: GIS applications, conservation economics, road ecology, and community-based research
Dr. Lorah has secured over $150,000 in grants for conservation projects and mentored students in securing $40,000+ in research funding. His courses include ENVR 151 (Environmental Challenges) and GEOG 350 (Geography of Global Health), emphasizing GIS and sustainability. Notable projects include analyzing road impacts on Minnesota ecosystems and studying murals as cultural landscapes.
- Awards & Recognition: Extensive grant-writing success and community partnership leadership
- Labs/Teams: Collaborates with the Great Plains Restoration Council and leads GIS story mapping initiatives
