Faculty

Environmental Studies Faculty

The environmental studies department at CSB+SJU is truly interdisciplinary. Our faculty teach and pursue research in all different fields and are skilled academic advisors and mentors for students interested in any environmental careers.

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Corrie Grosse

Associate Professor

Office: SJU PENGL 253

320-363-2552

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Troy Knight

Associate Professor

Office: SJU PENGL 239

320-363-2007

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Derek Larson

Professor and Chair

Office: SJU PENGL 235

320-363-3247

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Jean Lavigne

Professor

Office: SJU PENGL 243

320-363-3994

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Kyhl Lyndgaard

Visiting Assistant Professor

Office: SJU PENGL 261

320-363-2392

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Joe Storlien

Associate Professor

Office: SJU PENGL 257

320-363-2053