Leah H. Joseph

Dr. Leah H. Joseph received a B.S. in Geological Sciences from the University of Rochester, and both a M.S. and Ph.D. in Oceanography: Marine Geology and Geochemistry from the University of Michigan, Ann Arbor. With her background in geology and oceanography, most of her research focuses on the investigation of aspects of climate and climate change during certain intervals over the last 70 million years through the study of deep-sea sediment. In addition, she also teaches about and works with students on projects that incorporate sustainability, engage in critical thinking about modern environmental issues, and participates in, along with Ursinus students, environmental and science outreach projects in the local area. She loves being out in the field and recently had the opportunity to teach out at sea on a month-long expedition as part of the JR Academy. Dr. Joseph has also worked on the curation and organized the display of the 1600+ specimen “Pieces of Earth’s History” mineral & fossil collection in Pfahler Hall.

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Getting to Know Leah Joseph

This Ursinus geologist’s research goes to great depths (literally) to study climate conditions of the recent—and not so recent—past.

Ursinus College Presents Exceptional Faculty with Prestigious 2022 Awards

On May 14th, following the official commencement of the Class of 2022, three exceptional faculty members from different fields, Christian Rice, Steven Kolwicz, and Nzadi Keita received awards.

Last year’s winner of the H. Lloyd Jones Jr. Award, Leah Joseph of environmental studies presented the award for distinguished advising and mentoring to Christian Rice, professor of philosophy and dean for civic learning. Carlita Favero of biology, last year’s winner of the Laughlin Award for Distinguished Teaching, presented this years award to Steven Kolwicz of health and exercise physiology. Lastly, professor of chemistry and the ’21 winner of the Laughlin Award for Professional Achievement, presented the 2022 award to poet and professor of English, Nzadi Keita.

Congratulations, faculty!

2021 H. Lloyd Jones Award for Distinguished Advising and Mentoring

Professor Leah Joseph, Environmental Studies