Gary Steven Phillips

Name:

Gary Steven Phillips
Professor, Environmental Studies Program Coordinator, Sustainable Energy Resources Management Program Coordinator

Bio:

Professor Phillips has been the coordinator of the Environmental Studies program since 1982.  During his tenure as coordinator of this program, he has been extensively involved in local research projects dealing with environmental quality assessment and natural resources management.  His academic credentials include a BS degree in Fisheries and Wildlife Biology from Iowa State University in 1972, a MA degree in Biology from the University of Northern Iowa in 1979 and a Specialist degree in Science Education from the University of Northern Iowa in 1980.  Professor Phillips is actively involved in numerous local and national organizations and has had over 20 professional papers published.  His primary scientific interests are aquatic vascular plants, invasive species, and native prairie restoration.  He has recently become involved in sustainable energy resources management.

Presentations:

Environmental Topics:

Professor Phillips is able to present a wide variety of environmental topics dealing with water and air quality issues.  Gary has extensive experience with water quality monitoring in the Iowa Great Lakes and has worked on numerous projects in the area.  He also has extensive experience working with natural resources issues in northwest Iowa.

Sustainable Energy Resources:

Gary is currently involved in establishing a Sustainable Energy Resources Management Program at Iowa Lakes Community College and would be willing to speak on the topic of sustainable energy resources and their role in today's  society.

Prairies:

Prairies are a hobby for Gary.  He has spent a great deal of time investigating the prairies of northwest Iowa and southwest Minnesota.  He has also been involved in numerous prairie restoration activities in the area.