A close-up flat-lay of textured archival paper and leather-bound monographs on a dark oak desk, soft diffused north-facing window light, 35mm.
A close-up flat-lay of textured archival paper and leather-bound monographs on a dark oak desk, soft diffused north-facing window light, 35mm.

Academic Record

Curriculum Vitae of Dr. Samantha S. Reiter

A complete chronological record of academic appointments, peer-reviewed publications, research grants, and institutional service in critical geography.

Professional Timeline

Academic Appointments

2018 – Present

Department of Geography, Pacific University. Leading core research on critical environmental humanities, climate policy narratives, and regional landscape transformation.

Associate Professor

2013 – 2018

Department of Earth Sciences, Coastal State University. Conducted extensive fieldwork on coastal erosion narratives and instructed undergraduate courses in critical geography.

Assistant Professor

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Wide environmental shot of a quiet university library archive with floor-to-ceiling wooden bookshelves, soft natural window light, muted paper tones.
Academic Preparation

Education & Credentials

Doctor of Philosophy

Ph.D. in Geography

University of Washington, 2013. Doctoral dissertation focused on critical environmental narratives and regional climate policy frameworks.

Master of Science

M.S. in Environmental Humanities

Yale University, 2009. Graduate thesis investigating forest policy, local land tenure, and community-based conservation models.

Funding & Recognition

Selected Grants & Fellowships

$650K

NSF Critical Geography Grant

2022

Humanities Institute Fellowship

$180K

State Climate Policy Award