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Susan J. Bergeron is a Professor and Chair in the Department of Anthropology and Geography at Coastal Carolina University. She holds a Ph.D. in Geography from West Virginia University, with additional degrees from Syracuse University and Duke University. Her research focuses on virtual heritage, GIS, and immersive 3D geovisualization, including projects like Virtual Hampton and the Virtual Shikoku Pilgrimage. She is also a co-founder of the award-winning podcast VerySpatial.
Education:
- Ph.D., Geography, West Virginia University
- M.A., Geography, West Virginia University
- M.A., History, Syracuse University
- B.A., History, Duke University
Research Interests: Dr. Bergeron’s work integrates geospatial technologies with humanities, particularly in cultural heritage preservation. She develops immersive 3D landscapes to explore historical narratives, such as the Shikoku Pilgrimage in Japan. Her projects emphasize student collaboration and digital storytelling.
Awards & Grants:
- Recipient of ASIANetwork Student-Faculty Fellowship Grant (2020) for research in Japan.
- Co-creator of VerySpatial, an award-winning podcast on geospatial innovation.
Teaching & Labs: Teaches GIS, digital culture, and 3D geovisualization. Her lab focuses on virtual pasts and spatial storytelling, involving students in projects like the Virtual Shikoku Pilgrimage.
