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between those environments and broader earth systems, in and contributing to multi-faceted geomorphic research pro-
particular to our understanding of late Cretaceous events and grams; organizing ongoing activities that foster communication,
threats of environmental changes to living reef communities. education, and engagement; sustained service to the QG&G
For her pedagogic research on methods of teaching complex community; and helping students at all stages of their careers.
geological concepts to students. —Chen Zhu —Gordon Grant

Michael R. Kaplan (Columbia University): Mike Kaplan began Joseph Licciardi (University of New Hampshire): Dr. Joseph
research on the glacial history of northeastern North America M. Licciardi has made distinguished, sustained, and wide-
but soon refocused his research into the Southern Hemisphere ranging contributions to Quaternary geology and geomorphol-
where he has generated fundamental contributions that enhance ogy that have significantly advanced our understanding of the
understanding of changes in the cryosphere during the late geochronology of late Cenozoic glaciers and ice sheets and their
Quaternary, mentored students, and developed strong collabora- implications for climate change. —Peter Clark
tions with Chilean and Patagonian researchers. —Gifford Miller
Shannon Mahan (U.S. Geological Survey): Shannon Mahan is
Nazrul Khandaker (CUNY–York College): Elected to fellowship internationally recognized for her applications of luminescence
as a 2018 recipient of the GSA Distinguished Service Award. techniques to research questions related to earthquake activity,
paleoclimate conditions, and geoarchaeological and Quaternary
David L. Kimbrough (San Diego State University): David faunal records in the western U.S. and globally. Moreover, she is
Kimbrough has integrated geological fieldwork with geochrono- a strong advocate for the advancement of women in science and
logic, geochemical, and isotopic analyses focused on the evolu- student education and training. —Tammy Rittenour
tion of continental magmatic arcs, crustal exhumation, and basin
evolution across four continents. His distinguished career is a Paul J. McCarthy (University of Alaska): Dr. Paul McCarthy has
model of scientific integrity and achievement coupled with a a demonstrated career commitment to furthering the geosciences
deep devotion to his students, department, university, and the through technical publication and mentoring students. Because of
geoscience community. —J. Mahoney his enthusiasm for his profession, Paul is a highly effective advo-
cate for the geosciences not only to the scientific community but
J. Steven Kite (West Virginia University): Dr. Kite has had an to the global lay community as well. —Anthony Fiorillo
exemplary career as a geologist/physical geographer. In addition
to a fine balance between research, teaching, and administration Eric McDonald (Desert Research Institute): Prof. Eric McDonald
at WVU, during his 40 years as a GSA member he has held all is nominated as a Fellow of the GSA for research that elucidates
QG&G Division elected positions. —David Mickelson the interplay of dust, hydrology, and climate during the evolution
of desert landscapes and surfaces, for his application of these
Jeffrey R. Knott (CSU Fullerton): For research on Late Cenozoic findings to questions of military importance, and for his training
paleoenvironmental change and landscape evolution. In particular, of professional geologists. —Eric Kirby
contributions to the understanding of the Cenozoic evolution of
Death Valley and the surrounding regions. In addition, for excep- Jennifer C. McIntosh (University of Arizona): Jennifer McIntosh
tional training of numerous undergraduate and graduate students is a recognized leader in the field of hydrogeochemistry. Her work
in both pure and applied aspects of geology. —Lewis Owen has greatly advanced our knowledge of basin fluids (gas and
water) and critical zone interactions. She has led multiple cross-
Nicole LaDue (Northern Illinois University): Elected to disciplinary research teams, prepared her undergraduate and
fellowship as the 2018 recipient of the Biggs Award for graduate students well, and performed outstanding service for
Excellence in Earth Science Teaching. our community. —Anna Martini

Laurel G. Larsen (University of California Berkeley): Elected Virginia T. McLemore (New Mexico Bureau of Geology):
to fellowship as the 2018 recipient of the Young Scientist Award Dr. Virginia McLemore, throughout her career, has demon-
(Donath Medal). strated a sustained record of distinguished contributions to
the field of geoscience research. She has also been notably
Norman S. Levine (College of Charleston): Dr. Norm Levine is productive in applied geoscience and training of geologists.
a veritable “good-will ambassador” with infectious enthusiasm Her exceptional record makes her perfectly suited to receive
for increasing public understanding of geology. His commitment the honor of GSA fellowship. —Nelia Dunbar
to applied science is reflected in the >50 master’s students that
he has advised, all with projects designed to “make a difference” Jonathan S. Miller (San Jose State University): Jonathan
regarding specific earth hazard and environmental issues. Miller’s publications are important contributions to the under-
—Richard Berg standing of magmatic processes, and he is an acknowledged
expert in the use of the mineral zircon for study of silicic mag-
Sarah L. Lewis (Oregon Dept. of Geology and Mineral matism. His extraordinary service to GSA includes being chair
Industries): Sarah Lewis is nominated for fellowship for her of the Cordilleran Section and general chair for the 2005 Section
exceptional service to the geological community; administering Meeting. —Robert Miller

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