About Jerry

For the last 35 years his research has focused on the application of social science theory and methodology to the concerns of natural resource managers.

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Interests

  • Jerry is a professor in the Department of Human Dimensions of Natural Resources at Colorado State University. For the last 30 years his research has focused on the application of social science theory and methodology to the concerns of tourism/natural resource managers and policy makers. Jerry has published over 130 articles in scientific journals and authored or co-authored 20 book chapters and eight books.

Education

Ph.D., Social Psychology - University of Maryland
College Park, MD, 1980

M.A., Sociology - University of Wisconsin
Madison, WI, 1977

B.A., Sociology, Psychology - University of Wisconsin
Madison, WI, 1973

Awards, Honors, Grants

  • Outstanding Edited Book for Wildlife and society: The science of human dimensions. Awarded by The Wildlife Society, 2009
  • Warner Distinguished Teacher / Advisor Award. Awarded by the Warner College of Natural Resources, Colorado State University, 2007
  • Professor of the Year – College of Natural Resources, Colorado State University. Awarded by the Interfraternity and Panhellenic Councils, 2003

Memberships

  • International Association of Society and Natural Resources
  • Society for Conservation Biology