Dr. Nathan Piekielek

Associate Professor

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Biography

Nathan Piekielek is an Associate Professor and Geospatial Librarian at Pennsylvania State University, where he leads the library’s Donald W. Hamer Center for Maps and Geospatial Information. He promotes and facilitates spatial literacy through the use of maps and geospatial technologies. His work includes the development of publicly accessible mapping and geospatial data collections and tools, conducting small group research consultations, and offering both technical and non-technical training workshops. Nathan's research interests are diverse, spanning the fields of geographic information science, remote sensing, historical cartography, landscape ecology and conservation, human geography, and academic librarianship.

Research Interests

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.