Summer 2008 I will not be answering email this summer I will be on sabbatical until fall 2009. Please see other faculty if you need assistance. New Stuff Environmental Studies Director 2008-2009 will be Pres Martin, Professor of Biology and Associate CLA Dean. My background is in plant ecology and evolution. Here's some info on my academic background, including papers, grants, etc. Trekking the Manaslu Circuit October 12 to November 1 I will be leading this 21-day trek through north-central Nepal. While similar to the Annapurna Circuit, this walk has far fewer trekkers and retains much of the charm and culture of traditional Nepal. For more information, visit The Mountain Company and download the Trip Dossier. K2 Expedition this summer I'll be attempting K2 this summer with a strong team of international mountaineers. Learn more about the climb. Visit my personal web pages