Dr. Allyson Muth

Associate Professor

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Biography

Allyson Brownlee Muth, Ed.D., is the Director of the James C. Finley Center for Private Forests at Penn State University, where she has been a key figure in advancing forest stewardship through education and outreach. With a strong background in Educational Psychology, she has developed programs that address the needs of private forest landowners and foster collaborative learning. Allyson started the Center in 2011 and has been its director since 2020. Her work bridges the gap between people and forests, utilizing applied research to enhance understanding of forest stewardship issues among landowners and the community. Allyson emphasizes peer-to-peer education and action research to engage stakeholders in meaningful dialogue about woodland care and forest management.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Research Professor

— Present

Penn State University • University Park, PA

Engaged in research and outreach related to private forest management and stewardship.

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.