EDUCATION

Ph.D. Geology and Geophysics (1999)
University of Hawaii, Honolulu, HI

B.A. Geophysical Sciences (1992), Departmental and General Honors
University of Chicago, Chicago, IL

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Assistant Professor, Department of Geological Sciences (2003-)
San Diego State University, San Diego, CA

Postdoctoral Research Associate, Department of Geology (2002)
University of Maryland, College Park, MD

Postdoctoral Research Fellow, Department of Terrestrial Magnetism (1999-2001)
Carnegie Institution of Washington, Washington, DC

HONORS

Outstanding Faculty Member, Mortar Board Award (2003-2004)
J. Watumull Merit Scholarship (1997-1998)
Phi Beta Kappa (1992)
National Merit Scholar (1988-1992)