Halito! (that’s hello in Choctaw)
Welcome to my website! I’m Anita (she/her) – a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Geological Sciences at the University of Florida, Gainesville.
My primary area of expertise is geoscience education where my research centers on the experiences of people with disabilities and other underserved groups in science disciplines, experiential learning (especially in the field),and using technology to create more inclusive and accessible learning opportunities. I incorporate qualitative and quantitative research methods to explore the impact of novel approaches to accessibility in the geosciences, and engagement and belonging in the field. My work is informed by disability justice principles, geo-ethics and Indigenous relationality concepts, my own experiences as a disabled geoscientist and my non-traditional academic path.
My geologic training is broad and I take pride in being a bit of a generalist when it comes to geoscience. My doctoral work included research in volcanology; using near-surface geophysics to examine deposits and sub-surface features of volcanic eruptions involving groundwater. My master’s work focused on groundwater-related subsidence and tectonics using GPS geodesy. What do all these interests have in common? I love exploring how our planet works and the complex relationships between various aspects of geology, from a very human-centered lens.
I teach a broad range of geoscience courses in-person and online, ranging from introductory geoscience classes to mentoring graduate research. Use the navigation bar at the top of the page to learn more about my research, teaching and other things I’m working on!
Click here if you are looking for information on the GeoSPACE Accessible Planetary Geology Field Course.
Anita M. S. Marshall, PhD 