Associate Professor of Recreation, Park, and Tourism Management and Anthropology
Summary Statement
My research interests focus on biodiversity conservation, sustainable community development, and nature-based tourism. I explore these themes through the lenses of environmental anthropology, the anthropology of tourism, and conservation psychology.
My research focuses on national parks and protected areas, transboundary conservation area management, human and wildlife co-existence, and the impacts of tourism on biodiversity conservation and community development.
Assistant Teaching Professor
Meetings and Event Management Certificate Faculty Coordinator, RPTM
Faculty Senate, Senator
Summary Statement
Infusing her experience in event and program management, marketing and international education into the classroom, Kristin aims to inspire students to push themselves academically.