Ronald Dorn

Ronald Dorn is a Professor of Geography at Arizona State University (ASU) since 1988, previously at Texas Tech University. He co-coordinates the Arizona Geographic Alliance, promoting K-12 geographic education. His academic affiliations include the School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning and the Water Institute at ASU.

Education: Ph.D. (1985), M.A. (1982), and B.A. (1980) in Geography from UCLA and UC Berkeley. Active in research, teaching, and professional service, Dorn has held roles in curriculum development, grant leadership, and academic governance.

Research interests span geomorphology, rock art conservation, mineral weathering, and geographic education. His work bridges physical and human geography, with a focus on arid environments and cultural heritage preservation. Recent articles emphasize erosion dynamics, rock coatings, and pedagogical innovations in geography education.

Over 70 scientific awards and fellowships highlight his contributions, including the Guggenheim Fellowship (1996) and Wiley Award (1993). He has mentored 20+ graduate students, many advancing to academic or applied roles.

Teaching includes courses on physical geography, Arizona landscapes, and urban studies. His research labs and teams focus on field-based studies, integrating geospatial technologies and interdisciplinary approaches.