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Geography, Anthropology, & Tourism
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Geography
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Doctor of Philosophy

PhD
Geography
Texas State University
2022

Master of Science (MS)

MS
Geoscience
Fort Hays State University
2018

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

BA
Geography
Southern Connecticut State University
2016
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