Dr. Karl Zimmerer

Professor

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Biography

Karl Zimmerer is a Professor in the Department of Geography at Penn State University, with a focus on human-environment geography, biodiversity, land use, and food systems, including agrobiodiversity. He engages with social political ecology to explore transformations related to urbanization, climate change, migration, and socioeconomic changes on a global scale. His academic work has advanced theoretical models and analytical frameworks through case studies and community engagement, aimed at promoting sustainability and social justice. His recent research addresses the integration of knowledge and policy in environmental geography and explores the interconnections between diverse landscapes. Over the years, Zimmerer has received numerous honors, including accolades from the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and the Guggenheim Fellowship. He has contributed significantly to various national and international organizations and has served in leadership roles within academic departments and institutes. Zimmerer teaches interdisciplinary courses on global food geographies at both undergraduate and graduate levels and is actively seeking graduate students for his research initiatives.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2014-08-01 — Present

Penn State University • University Park, PA

Teaching and research focusing on human-environment geography, land use, and global food systems.

Associate Professor

2002-08-01 — 2007-07-31

University of Wisconsin-Madison • Madison, WI

Conducted research and taught courses related to geography and human-environment interactions.

Awards

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American Academy of Arts and Sciences

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Guggenheim Fellowship

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