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Faculty and Staff Details - Natural Sciences Department
Natural Sciences Department
University of Wisconsin-Superior
Barstow Hall 202
Belknap and Catlin
P.O. Box 2000
Superior, WI 54880
ph. 715-394-8322
Natural Sciences Department
Faculty and Staff Details
Dr. Randy Gabrys-Alexson 
Professor
Geography
Geography
Education
PhD The Union Institute 1999
MA University of Wisconsin-Superior 1987
BS University of Wisconsin-Superior 1983
List of Courses
GEO 100 World Regional Geography
GEO 102 Cultural Geography
GEO 302 Economic Geography
GEO 350 Geography of Wisconsin
GEO 402 Urban Planning
GEO 450 Research in Geography for Teachers
GEO 481 Human Biogeography
Role as Faculty
As a geography educator my main objective is to excite students about this discipline, correct the often misconceived notion that it is merely memorizing state capitals, and accomplish this through offering classes that students find interesting and pertinent. Geography bridges the social and physical sciences. My goal, as a member of the interdisciplinary Department of Natural Sciences, is to teach classes that clearly demonstrate to students that no matter what their major area of interest may be, learning about humans and their interaction with the environment - becoming globally informed citizens - is necessary for all students.
We offer several minors in Geography:
- Geography for Liberal Education - this minor is popular among students who major in political science, legal studies, history, communication and science.
- Geography (715) for teacher licensure at the EA-A (73) level and MC-EA (72) level
- Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Individually-Designed - to meet your specific, unique career objectives
For more information on the geography minor for Liberal Education, teacher licensure or individually designed, please contact Dr. Randy Gabrys Alexson. For more information on the GIS minor, see Dr. Bajjali's webpage."
Recent Scholarly Activity2007 An Online Teacher Preparation Model for Pre- and In-Service Geography Teachers. National Council for Geographic Education, Oklahoma City, OK.
2005 Gabrys-Alexson, R. Embarking on Collaborative Research in Geography Education. Journal of International Research in Geographical and Environmental Education 14(3):43-51.
2001 The World Bank Scenario: A Problem-based Learning Activity in Human Geography and Environmental Science. Planet, p 25-26.
Research Interests
My research interests are primarily in the area of geography education at all levels, from kindergarten through university level, and working with pre-service and in-service teachers. Development of innovative teaching methods as well as the assessment and evaluation of teaching and learning are also areas of particular interest. Securing funds for special programs for students, and in the area of professional development for current teachers, also provide employment and research opportunities for my students.
Undergraduate Research Opportunities
- The scholarship of online course development
- Evaluation and assessment of K-University level educational programs
- McNair Scholar program interdisciplinary projects
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UW-Superior Schedule of Classes for Gabrys-Alexson, Randy N
Fall Semester 2013
Note: Class Schedule information reflects data as of 5/23/13 11:45 AM.
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| Class Nbr. | Catalog Nbr. | Course Title/Course Topics | Class Sect. | Credits | Days | Time | Seats Open | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEOG - Geography |  | |||||||||||
| 2220 | GEOG 100 | World Regional Geography All Natural Science classes will be assessed a program fee of $12 per credit | 001 | 3.00 | TTh | 1:00PM- 2:15PM | 4 of 30 | |||||
| 2254 | GEOG 100 | World Regional Geography Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1 | 3.00 | 12 of 20 | |||||||
| 2270 | GEOG 102 | Cultural Geography Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1 | 3.00 | 19 of 20 | |||||||
| 2225 | GEOG 302 | Economic Geography All Natural Science classes will be assessed a program fee of $12 per credit | 101 | 3.00 | M | 2:00PM- 3:50PM | 0 of 18 | |||||
| 2226 | GEOG 302 | Economic Geography Lab | 501 | 0.00 | M | 4:00PM- 5:50PM | 0 of 18 | |||||
| M | 4:00PM-5:50PM | |||||||||||
| 2283 | GEOG 350 | Geography of Wisconsin Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1 | 3.00 | 3 of 10 | |||||||
| 2274 | GEOG 402 | Urban Planning & Trans Systems Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1 | 3.00 | 18 of 20 | |||||||
| 2227 | GEOG 450 | Research for Teachers All Natural Science classes will be assessed a program fee of $12 per credit | 001 | 3.00 | ARR | 7 of 10 | ||||||
| 2702 | GEOG 450 | Research for Teachers Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1 | 3.00 | 17 of 20 | |||||||
| GEOL - Geology | | |||||||||||
| 2284 | GEOL 170 | Earth Science Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1 | 3.00 | 12 of 20 | |||||||
| 2290 | GEOL 170 | Earth Science Lab Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1L | 0.00 | 12 of 20 | |||||||
Note: Class Schedule information reflects data as of 5/23/13 11:45 AM.
UW-Superior Schedule of Classes for Gabrys-Alexson, Randy N
Summer Session 2013
Note: Class Schedule information reflects data as of 5/23/13 11:45 AM.
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| Class Nbr. | Catalog Nbr. | Course Title/Course Topics | Class Sect. | Credits | Days | Time | Seats Open | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEOG - Geography | | |||||||||||
| 1208 | GEOG 100 | World Regional Geography 5/28/13 - 8/9/13 | W01 | 3.00 | 10 of 20 | |||||||
This course is a "W" section, meaning that on campus students may enroll directly without a petition. Tuition is not part of the plateau; online fees apply. In addition this class has a Distance Education fee of $60. For tuition and fee schedules see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | ||||||||||||
| 1209 | GEOG 102 | Cultural Geography 5/28/13 - 8/9/13 | W01 | 3.00 | 10 of 20 | |||||||
This course is a "W" section, meaning that on campus students may enroll directly without a petition. Tuition is not part of the plateau; online fees apply. In addition this class has a Distance Education fee of $60. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | ||||||||||||
| GEOL - Geology | | |||||||||||
| 1210 | GEOL 170 | Earth Science 5/28/13 - 8/9/13 | W01 | 3.00 | 5 of 20 | |||||||
This course is a "W" section, meaning that on campus students may enroll directly without a petition. Tuition is not part of the plateau; online fees apply. In addition this class has a Distance Education fee of $60. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | ||||||||||||
| 1230 | GEOL 170 | Earth Science Lab 5/28/13 - 8/9/13 | WO1L | 0.00 | 5 of 20 | |||||||
This course is a "W" section, meaning that on campus students may enroll directly without a petition. Tuition is not part of the plateau; online fees apply. In addition this class has a Distance Education fee of $60. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | ||||||||||||
| IDS - Interdisciplinary Studies | | |||||||||||
| 1126 | IDS 495 | Senior Experience 5/28/13 - 8/9/13 | E1 | 2.00 - 3.00 | 2 of 2 | |||||||
Instructor Consent Required Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | ||||||||||||
| PHYS - Physics | | |||||||||||
| 1211 | PHYS 100 | Astronomy 5/28/13 - 8/9/13 | E1 | 4.00 | 13 of 20 | |||||||
Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | ||||||||||||
| 1233 | PHYS 100 | Astronomy Lab 5/28/13 - 8/9/13 | E1L | 0.00 | 13 of 20 | |||||||
Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | ||||||||||||
| 1212 | PHYS 160 | Physical Science 5/28/13 - 8/9/13 | E1 | 4.00 | 9 of 20 | |||||||
Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | ||||||||||||
| 1234 | PHYS 160 | Physical Science Lab 5/28/13 - 8/9/13 | E1L | 0.00 | 9 of 20 | |||||||
Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | ||||||||||||
Note: Class Schedule information reflects data as of 5/23/13 11:45 AM.
UW-Superior Schedule of Classes for Gabrys-Alexson, Randy N
Spring Semester 2013
Note: Class Schedule information reflects data as of 5/23/13 11:45 AM.
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| Class Nbr. | Catalog Nbr. | Course Title/Course Topics | Class Sect. | Credits | Days | Time | Seats Open | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEOG - Geography | | |||||||||||
| 2571 | GEOG 100 | World Regional Geography All Natural Science classes will be assessed a program fee of $12 per credit | 001 | 3.00 | TTh | 10:00AM- 11:15AM | 0 of 30 | |||||
| 1461 | GEOG 100 | World Regional Geography Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1 | 3.00 | 9 of 20 | |||||||
| 2572 | GEOG 102 | Cultural Geography All Natural Science classes will be assessed a program fee of $12 per credit | 001 | 3.00 | TTh | 1:00PM- 2:15PM | 8 of 30 | |||||
| 1462 | GEOG 302 | Economic Geography Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1 | 3.00 | 10 of 20 | |||||||
| 1466 | GEOG 302 | Economic Geography Lab Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1L | 0.00 | 10 of 20 | |||||||
| 2280 | GEOG 402 | Urban Planning & Trans Systems CROSS LISTED WITH TRSP 402.
All Natural Science classes will be assessed a program fee of $12 per credit | 001 | 3.00 | M | 3:00PM- 5:50PM | 4 of 10 | |||||
| 1460 | GEOG 481 | Special Topics Human Biogeography | E1 | 4.00 | 13 of 20 | |||||||
Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | ||||||||||||
| GEOL - Geology | | |||||||||||
| 1411 | GEOL 170 | Earth Science Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1 | 3.00 | 0 of 20 | |||||||
| 2791 | GEOL 170 | Earth Science Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1A | 3.00 | 6 of 10 | |||||||
| 2792 | GEOL 170 | Earth Science Lab Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1AL | 0.00 | 6 of 10 | |||||||
| 1473 | GEOL 170 | Earth Science Lab Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1L | 0.00 | 0 of 20 | |||||||
| IDS - Interdisciplinary Studies | | |||||||||||
| 2797 | IDS 495 | Senior Experience Instructor Consent Required | E1C | 2.00 - 3.00 | 4 of 5 | |||||||
Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | ||||||||||||
| PHYS - Physics | | |||||||||||
| 1502 | PHYS 100 | Astronomy Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1 | 4.00 | 7 of 20 | |||||||
| 1505 | PHYS 100 | Astronomy Lab Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1L | 0.00 | 7 of 20 | |||||||
| 1441 | PHYS 160 | Physical Science Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1 | 4.00 | 5 of 20 | |||||||
| 1442 | PHYS 160 | Physical Science Lab Tuition is not part of the plateau. Distance Learning fees apply. For tuition and fees see www.uwsuper.edu/bursar. | E1L | 0.00 | 5 of 20 | |||||||
| TRSP - Transp & Logistics Management | | |||||||||||
| 2281 | TRSP 402 | Urban Planning & Trans Systems CROSS LISTED WITH GEOG 402 | 001 | 3.00 | M | 3:00PM- 5:50PM | 7 of 10 | |||||
Note: Class Schedule information reflects data as of 5/23/13 11:45 AM.
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