John Shaw
Dr. Sharman’s research aims to uncover the morphodynamics of both modern and ancient constructional landscapes, emphasizing coastal sustainability and the impacts of hurricanes on sandy coastlines. Additionally, it focuses on direct measurements and remote sensing of shallow coastal landforms.
Education:
Ph.D., 2013, Geosciences, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, TX
BA., 2007, Geology and Applied Mathematics, Oberlin College, Oberlin, OH
Professional Experience:
2022 – Present: Vice Chair, Department of Geosciences, University of Arkansas
2019 – Present: Associate Professor, Department of Geosciences, University of Arkansas
2021 – 2022: Fulbright Fellowship in Poland, at University of Warsaw Institute for Theoretical Physics
2014 – 2019: Assistant Professor, Dept. of Geosciences, University of Arkansas
2013 – 2016: NSF post-doctoral fellow, University of Wyoming
2008 – 2013: Research and Teaching Assistant, University of Texas at Austin
2006 – 2008: Research Associate, Saint Anthony Falls Laboratory, University of Minnesota
2007: Sediment Laboratory Technician, Minnesota Geological Survey
Courses Taught
Physical Geology
Introduction of Geology of Science Majors
Sedimentary Rocks and Fossils
Sedimentation and Stratigraphy
Dynamics of Sediment Transport
Vector Calculus for Geoscientists
Research Methods
Geoscience Careers
Field Camp
Spring Break Field Course