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Department of Geography and Sustainability at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. A student-centered department where one can VOLUNTEER to explore, study, and make a better world 🌎

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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Dr. Stack has also been the creative force behind our departmental social media for the past few years, making this her official sign-off from that role. Thank you for all you’ve done to share the life of our department—we’ll miss your posts! Best of luck at USF, Dr. Stack! 🍊💚
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 31/07/2026
Huge congratulations to Dr. Katrina Stack (PhD ‘26), who will be joining the University of South Florida this fall as Assistant Professor of U.S. Public History!
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Katrina Stack @katgeographic.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
Officially a Swiftie Geographer ✨ read “‘A Place in This World’: Critical Placemaking and Identity Formation at Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour,” published now in GeoHumanities! www.tandfonline.com/eprint/FYJDV...
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 24/07/2026
“‘A Place in This World’: Critical Placemaking and Identity Formation at Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour” was co-authored by Dr. Katrina Stack while she was completing her PhD in our department. The article is now published in GeoHumanities! Read it at the 🔗 here: www.tandfonline.com/eprint/FYJDV...
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Dr. Seth Kannarr (PhD, Spring ‘26) and Dr. Derek Alderman just published a new article for @theconversation.com, “Summer camps remain a battleground over what it means to be American.” Read it now at the 🔗 below! theconversation.com/summer-camps...
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Summer camps remain a battleground over what it means to be American
At a time when Americans disagree deeply over the meaning of citizenship, belonging and education, summer camps remain places where visions of the nation are communicated to young people.
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Derek H. Alderman @derekgeographer.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Proud to publish w/ @sethographer.bsky.social. Summer camp nostalgia hides hard questions. Who got to attend? Who was excluded? What values were taught? And what vision of America did camp ask children to embrace? @geographers.bsky.social @utkgeography.bsky.social theconversation.com/summer-camps...
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Summer camps remain a battleground over what it means to be American
At a time when Americans disagree deeply over the meaning of citizenship, belonging and education, summer camps remain places where visions of the nation are communicated to young people.
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Can you believe it’s been exactly a month since the doctoral hooding ceremony? We’re so proud of UTK Geography’s newest PhDs — Drs. Caleb Gore, Katrina Stack, and Seth Kannarr! 🎓🍊
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Derek H. Alderman @derekgeographer.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
At a time when geographic names are turned into political weapons, we need principled frameworks that are participatory, research-driven, reparative, & paired with education. New piece w/Christine K. Johnson on Reconciliation in Place Names @utkgeography.bsky.social escholarship.org/uc/item/4tp6...
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Geographical Review @geographicalreview.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
A recent article in the GR by Jack Swab explores #Northwestern University as a preeminent center for geographic thought in the U.S. Read it here: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.... @utkgeography.bsky.social @americangeo.bsky.social
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
Congratulations to Ian Scott, who received an Achievement Award in Natural Sciences 2026 Exhibit of Undergraduate Research and Creative Achievement (EURECA). Ian worked with Professor Sally Horn to develop a long-term fire history from a lake sediment core. • • 📸: Sally Horn
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Join us for our Lunch & Learn with our Earth Day speaker, National Geographic Photographer and BBC Cinematographer Martin Gregus! 📅 Thursday, April 23 🕦 11:30AM-1:00PM 📍 Frieson Black Cultural Center 102/103 🍛 Catered by Tarik's North African
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 17/04/2026
Join us on Thursday for our Earth Day Speaker, National Geographic Photographer and BBC Cinematographer Martin Gregus! 📅Thursday, April 23 🕞 Reception at 3:30pm with seminar to follow at 4:00pm 📍 SU 262 B/C
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 16/04/2026
Huzzah! Drs. Katrina Stack and Reagan Yessler (PhD ‘25) just published a new article for @theconversation.com, “As renaissance fairs become big business, can they retain their counterculture roots?” Read it now at the 🔗 below! theconversation.com/as-renaissan...
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As renaissance fairs become big business, can they retain their counterculture roots?
To what extent has the line between playful community space and commercial spectacle been blurred?
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
Join us this week for our Spring 2026 Colloquium Series Ralston Speaker, Dr. Shih-Lung Shaw, and his presentation "Humans in GIScience and GeoAI." 📅 Thursday, April 16 🕒Reception: 3:00–3:50 PM (BGB 406) 🕓 Presentation: 4:05 PM (WAB M307)
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Congratulations to Andrea Staten, who successfully defended her MS thesis, "Planning for Future Energy Demand: A GIS-Based Approach for Strategic Grid Expansion." Special thanks to her advisor, Dr. Shih-Lung Shaw, and her committee members, Drs. Hannah Herrero and Hyun Kim.
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 08/04/2026
Congratulations to Dr. Caleb Gore who successfully defended his dissertation: “Fueling the Climate Crisis? Developing the New Carbon Economy in Appalachia.” Special thank you to his advisor, Dr. Nikki Luke, and his committee members Drs. LaToya Eaves, Gabe Schwartzman, and Paul Gellert (Sociology).
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
They’re also out there presenting at conferences and publishing impactful work in the field. We’re so grateful for everything they bring to our department!
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 07/04/2026
We 🫶 our grad students! Our master’s and doctoral students do it all—balancing coursework and thesis or dissertation research while showing up as incredible TAs, teaching associates, and research assistants.🧡🌎 #gpsaw #gradstudentappreciationweek
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
Special thank you to his advisor, Dr. Derek Alderman, and his committee members Drs. Stefanie Benjamin, Solange Munoz, and Charles Sims (Baker School).
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
Congratulations to Dr. Seth Kannarr, who successfully defended his dissertation: “What’s in a Name? Reimagining the Geography of Naming Designations in the USA National Park System.”
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Meghan Cope (she/her) @mcope.bsky.social · 03/04/2026
Curious about AI+Research in Geography? Join us for a webinar April 30th with guest expert, Prof. Bing Zhou of @utkgeography.bsky.social Sign up by April 29!
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AAG Caribbean Geography Specialty Group @aagcaribbean.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
In this edition’s featured essay, Graduate Student Brian Boyce @utkgeography.bsky.social reflects on the importance of diasporic place-making in the academy and the curation of the Caribbean Currents exhibit at @utknoxville.bsky.social Read the essay at the link in our bio.
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 25/03/2026
Join us for our next colloquium speaker, Dr. Jessie Wilkerson! Dr. Wilkerson will present a talk titled: "Are We to Be Subjected to This Always: Feminism, Sexual Assault, and Women in the Prison Movement in the South." 📅Friday, March 27 🕧12:30pm-1:30pm 📍BGB 301
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
As part of this year’s cohort, Brian will travel to New York City to workshop his research in critical human geography and network with NYU’s leading faculty and deans. Congratulations, Brian!! 🎉
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
PhD Candidate Brian Boyce has been selected as a 2026 NYU Faculty First Look Scholar! Hosted by NYU Arts & Science , this highly competitive national program recognizes emerging scholars with exceptional potential to become future faculty leaders.
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Known as the “Green Cowboy,” Freeman championed clean energy and climate‑conscious policy long before it became mainstream, and his legacy continues to inspire new generations of sustainability leaders.
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
This award honors S. David “Dave” Freeman, a UT alum and nationally recognized pioneer in energy policy whose career transformed public utilities, accelerated renewable energy adoption, and shaped environmental decision‑making across multiple U.S. presidential administrations.
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Open to rising juniors and seniors. 📅 Deadline: April 6 🔗 More information + application here: geography.utk.edu/the-departme...
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The Department of Geography and Sustainability is pleased to announce the S. David Freeman Sustainability Scholarship, applications now open! - Geography and Sustainability Department
The S. David Freeman Sustainability Scholarship will recognize and support outstanding undergraduate students majoring or receiving a degree in sustainability. The scholarship honors S. David “Dave” Freeman, a University of Tennessee alumnus and nationally recognized leader in energy policy whose work influenced environmental and energy decisions across multiple U.S. presidential administrations and major public utilities. […]
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
We’re excited to share a brand‑new funding opportunity for undergraduate students majoring or minoring in Sustainability — the S. David Freeman Sustainability Scholarship! ✨ ✈️ The scholarship will provide support for travel for study abroad, conferences, or workshops
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 09/03/2026
Where can you find UTK at #AAG2026 next week? Scroll this 🧵 or click the 🔗 below to check out some of the papers, posters, and panels we’re part of at the annual meeting in San Francisco starting March 17! www.canva.com/design/DAHCq...
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
❗️Publication alert ❗️Dr. Sally Horn and collaborators have published a paper in Physical Geography on a new sediment record of environmental history from a landslide-dammed lake in Costa Rica. Read it at the 🔗 here: www.tandfonline.com/eprint/EMIUG...
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
They're also supporting Knoxville Parks and Rec and collected data for Buck Toms park (next door to the cemeteries) that they are going to use to help determine if they can add trails to the park.
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
They collected data for three cemeteries, Crestview Cemetery, Southern Chain Cemetery, and Longview Cemetery, that they plan on using to help plan future clean up days and to help with mapping headstones and graves.
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Michael Camponovo (GIS Outreach Coordinator), Tim Kane (GIS Lab Manager), Ellie Bernstein (Undergraduate Student), and Linus Parrish (Research Specialist, UTIA) were in the field recently, collecting UAV data in support of a community outreach project with Keep Knoxville Beautiful and Knox Heritage.
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Last week, the Friesen Black Cultural Center hosted “Taste of Appalachia,” featuring regional food and live bluegrass music. Huge shoutout to our own Jake Watkins for helping plan the event, and it was wonderful to see folks from our department there in support!
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 27/02/2026
Dr. Derek Alderman, Dr. Katrina Stack, and PhD Candidate Seth Kannarr recently published a new article, “Bringing The Conversation into the Geography Classroom: Public Storytelling as Authentic Learning” in The Professional Geographer. Read at the 🔗 here: www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10....
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
Dr. LaToya Eaves and her co-authors recently published a new article, “Fostering Harassment-Free Geography Departments: Proactive Strategies for Departments and Their Leaders” in The Professional Geographer. Read it at the 🔗 below! www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.... @spacedemands.bsky.social
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
Their discussion, “A conversation on Katherine McKittrick and Clyde Woods (eds), Black Geographies and the Politics of Place” has been published in Progress in Human Geography. Read it at the 🔗 here: journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/... 📸 : Rosemary Ayelazuno (UTK Geog alumna!)
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 09/02/2026
At AAG Detroit in 2025, Dr. LaToya Eaves was in dialogue with Drs. Katherine McKittrick, Willie Jamaal Wright, and Kevin Grove about the pathbreaking book, Black Geographies and the Politics of Place. @spacedemands.bsky.social @blackgeographies.bsky.social @geographers.bsky.social
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
Dr. Nikki Luke just published a new article for The Conversation US, “Data centers told to pitch in as storms and cold weather boost power demand.” Read it now at the 🔗 here: theconversation.com/data-centers...
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Data centers told to pitch in as storms and cold weather boost power demand
The government directed data centers to turn on backup generation in parts of the US. Expanding distributed generation could improve grid resilience.
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 14/01/2026
Dr. Jack Swab just published a new article for @us.theconversation.com, “From flammable neighborhoods to moral hazards, fire insurance maps capture early US cities and the landscape of discrimination.” Read it now at the 🔗 below! theconversation.com/from-flammab...
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From flammable neighborhoods to moral hazards, fire insurance maps capture early US cities and the landscape of discrimination
Hundreds of thousands of Sanborn maps mapped the fire risk of every US city with over 1,000 people in the 20th century.
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American Association of Geographers @geographers.bsky.social · 18/12/2025
Big news for #conservation and cultural heritage! Seth Kannarr, Ph.D. Candidate @utkgeography.bsky.social explains how the Ocmulgee Mounds in Georgia may soon earn the prestigious designation of National Park. buff.ly/Bm65LE4 📌 Should more historical and cultural sites receive national park status?
Ocmulgee Mounds preserves ancient earthworks in an area occupied by humans for 12,000 years. Jeffrey Greenberg/Universal Images Group via Getty Images
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 12/12/2025
PhD candidate Seth Kannarr @sethographer.bsky.social published another new article for @theconversation.com, “Trump administration replaces America 250 quarters honoring abolition and women’s suffrage with Mayflower and Gettysburg designs.” Read at the 🔗 below! theconversation.com/trump-admini...
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Trump administration replaces America 250 quarters honoring abolition and women’s suffrage with Mayflower and Gettysburg designs
US coins showcase American identity and public memory through their designs. The America 250 coins just unveiled reflect the nation’s divided politics and history.
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Special thank you to her advisor, Dr. Derek Alderman, and her committee members Drs. Stefanie Benjamin, LaToya Eaves, Solange Munoz, and Joshua Kenna (Theory and Practice in Teacher Education).
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UTK Geography & Sustainability @utkgeography.bsky.social · 09/12/2025
Congratulations to Dr. Katrina Stack, who successfully defended her dissertation, “From Freedom Houses to Tent Cities: Historic ‘Homes’ and the Preservation of Civil Rights Memory,” today!
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