Dr. Louise Longridge

Instructor

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Biography

Louise Longridge is a full-time lecturer at the University of British Columbia, specializing in Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences since 2005. Holding a Ph.D. in Earth and Ocean Sciences focused on paleontology, her research interests include biostratigraphy and the recovery of ammonites during the Early Jurassic period, particularly concerning mass extinction events and the fossil record's adaptive radiations. With extensive field and laboratory experience, she contributes significantly to understanding the geological time scale and updating North American ammonite zones based on fossil data. Louise promotes equity and inclusion through Universal Design for Learning in her teaching and has developed innovative approaches to enhance student engagement through digital tools and practical methods. She teaches various courses, including 'Mesozoic Earth: Time Dinosaurs.' Her commitment to education is recognized through awards such as the UBC Killam Teaching Award nominee and the AMS UBC Universal Design Learning Champion Award. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she serves as the Chair of the Hybrid Teaching Committee and is Co-Director of the Undergraduate Certificate in Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences.

Research Interests

Experience

Lecturer

2005-01-01 — Present

University of British Columbia • Vancouver, BC

Teaching various courses in Earth, Ocean, and Atmospheric Sciences and promoting innovative learning strategies.

Awards

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AMS UBC Universal Design Learning Champion Award

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UBC Killam Teaching Award

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Earth, Ocean and Atmospheric Sciences Teaching Award

Courses

EOSC 116 - Mesozoic Earth: Time Dinosaurs EOSC 222 - Geological Time EOSC 326 - Earth Life Time EOSC 425 - Advanced Paleontology

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.