The Zephyr

Environmentally Speaking
Thoughts on being one with the environment
by Peter Schwartzman
Email Peter directly at pschwart@knox.edu

Peter Schwartzman, a resident of Galesburg, is an associate professor and chair of the Department of Environmental Studies at Knox College. He is a trained climatologist with interests in a wide variety of enivornmental areas. He is also cofounder of The Center (www.thecenteringalesburg.org), a community place for learning and connecting. Peter is married and has two children. Peter and his wife serve as coaches for the Silas Willard Geography Bowl team and also run the school Scrabble Club there. Peter is also: a tournament level Scrabble¨ player; basketballasaurus (a creature constantly found dribbling and shooting); an activist for peace and justice; and, a fun-loving spirit. Peter's academic degrees include a Bachelor of Science in physics at Harvey Mudd College, a Masters of Science in Science and Technology Studies at Virginia Tech, and Ph.D. in Environmental Sciences at the University of Virginia.

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Last updated July 2, 2009