About Me
My name is Ian Walker and I am the Program Chair of the Geography Department. I was born in England but grew up in the Seattle area. Some of my interests include traveling, exploring food and cuisines, and soccer (both watching and playing).
While my master’s degree was focused on human geography, I have taught several physical geography courses, such as: Geography of Weather and Climate Change (GEOG 205), Violent Face of Nature (GEOG 108), and Landforms & Landform Processes (GEOG 206). I have recently been interested in and engaged in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and have incorporated an introduction to the field in my Introduction to Geography (GEOG& 100) courses. Building community and an equitable and inclusive classroom are essential facets of my teaching philosophy. I am a firm advocate in active learning and aim to create a safe space where learners of all preferences can grow and learn to view the world through a geographic lens.
Education
- MA, Human Geography, Swansea University (Wales)
- BA, Political Science (Global Option), Washington State University