Dr. Fernald is Professor Emeritus of Geography at Florida State University and holds the
position of State Geographer of the State of Florida. Prior to retirement, he was
Associate Vice President for Research and Director of the Institute of Science and Public
Affairs.
Dr. Fernald has over 25 years of experience as a research administrator. His
current areas of research focus on spatial analysis of land use, resource management and
geographic education. He has received the James R. Anderson Medal of Honor in
Applied Geography from the Association of American Geographers and a Resolution from the
Governor and Cabinet of the State of Florida for his efforts toward a "better environmental
future for the State of Florida".
Dr. Fernald is presently under a consulting contract to the National Geographic Society and serves as
Co-Director of the Florida Geographic Alliance.
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