Stewart Scales

Stewart Scales serves as an Advanced Instructor in the Department of Geography at Virginia Tech, part of the College of Natural Resources and Environment. His expertise spans cartography, Appalachian geography, and regional studies. He holds an M.S. (2011) and B.A. (2009) from Virginia Tech.

Education

• M.S. in Geography, Virginia Tech, 2011
• B.A. in Geography, Virginia Tech, 2009

Research Interests

• Cartographic design and mapping for user groups
• Human-environment interactions in Appalachia
• Regional geography of Virginia and tea
• Digital mapping of historical and cultural landscapes

Key Contributions

• Published over 20 maps, including the Monacan Overland & Water Routes and Poison Ivy Distribution Map
• Co-developed the Mapping Appalachia: A Digital Collection (2018)
• Authored a book chapter in Appalachian Health: Culture, Changes, and Capacity (2022)

Awards & Recognition

• 1st place exhibit award at Virginia Tech OGIS Symposium (2018)
• Featured in NPR, WVTF, and the Richmond Times-Dispatch

Teaching & Outreach

• Teaches courses like Geography of Tea, Cartography, and Geography of Appalachia
• Leads outreach programs for Virginia Master Naturalists and high school educators