Caroline Strömberg, UW Biology Professor, was recently elected as a Geological Society of America Fellow. GSA members are nominated by other GSA members in recognition of a sustained record of distinguished contributions to the geosciences and the Geological Society of America through such avenues as publications, applied research, teaching, administration of geological programs, contributing to the public awareness of geology, leadership of professional organizations, and taking on editorial, bibliographic, and library responsibilities.
From Caroline's nominator: Caroline Strömberg is nominated for GSA fellowship for founding a new field of research using phytoliths to investigate fossil floras and ecosystems, for fundamental research on grasses and grassland evolution, for mentoring numerous young scientists, and for outreach to high school and middle school girls with an interest in science.
Pictured to the right: Caroline with GSA President, Dr. Mark Little at a photoshoot to commemorate the newly elected GSA Fellows.
Congratulations, Caroline!