We gratefully acknowledge funding support from:
  • ConnecticutTeaching and Learning Enhanced by Technology (TALENT) Program
  • Eastern Connecticut State University, Office of Dean Beverley J. Anderson, School of ARts and Sciences.
  • Connecticut System of Universities Research grant program
  • Eastern Connecticut State University Faculty Development grant program
  • Eastern Connecticut State University Summer Curriculum grant program
The following individuals and groups have provided logistical support and/or computing advice:
Eastern Connecticut State University

Academics & Logistics

  • Dean Beverley J. Anderson (School of Arts and Sciences)
  • Dr. Rhona Free (Economics)
  • Students from the Department of Environmental Earth Science (Heath Carlson, Laurel Kohl, Heather Sjoquist, Keith Kuckert, Nick Granata, Kelton Wilson, EES 350 Field Methods classes)
  • Faculty from the Department of Environmental Earth Science (Drs. Sherman Clebnik, Roy Wilson, Meg Coleman, and Catherine Carlson)
  • EES Support Staff (Mr. Stephen Shimchick, Zosia Carlquist)
  • Mr. Peter Marsh (student assistant to J. Motyka from Lyman Memorial Highschool)

Computing Support & Advice

I (JAH) have benefitted greatly from the advice and assistance of staff from Information Technology Services and Media Services at Eastern Connecticut State University. In particular I wish to thank:
  • Stephen Frazier, David Oyanadel, Kevin Gill, Jason Marek, and Mike Palumbo for outstanding technical support.

    I also received advice and assistance from a variety of staff members within Media services including:

  • Jack Boyko (media hardware advice)
  • Aaron Shultz (3D animation on the Georgia Virtual Field trip and training on using video editing software)
  • Joey Nguyen (training on using Dreamweaver)
  • Jeff Albo (audio assistance on the Greenland Virtual Field Trip)
  • Judith Delatorre, Lisa Simlick and Lloyd Weir (logistical support)

    Trudy Hyatt has provided sound web design advice throughout the project.
Access to Sites in Connecticut

Sand and Gravel Excavation Sites

  • Mr. DeSiato, president of DeSiato Sand and Gravel Corporation kindly provided permission for Dr. Randolph Steinen and colleagues to conduct research at the south Jordan esker site. We appreciate his willingness to allow access to the site.
  • Mr. Paul Bonner, President of the Haine Materials Corporation, Asphalt Products provided access to a large sand and gravel pit near Willimantic. Mr. Bonner also agreed to be interviewd on tape and provides insight into the history, materials and processing of sand and gravel for the aggregate industry. We greatly appreciate this assistance.
Access to Sites in Georgia & Greenland

Georgia

  • Mr. and Mrs. John B. Cook and Ms. Nancy A. Turner of Lake Park Georgia kindly provided access to Balboa Lake while doing field work relating to the Georgia virtual field trip.
  • Dr. Larry Moore (Valdosta State University) assisted with access to lakes in Georgia.
  • Dr. Jeffrey Tepper (formerly from VSU, now at the University of Puget Sound, WA) provided invaluable logistical assistance and stimulating discussion relating to research on lake sediments in Georgia.
  • Drs. Dennis Marks and Tracy Harrington (VSU) provided administrative support for several aspects of the work in Georgia.
  • Faculty and staff from the Department of Physics, Astronomy and Geoscience, at Valdosta State University provided great collegiality and support while in Georgia.
  • Mr. Chris Strom (Southeast Regional Development Center, Valdosta Georgia) provided access to global position system equipment while in Georgia.

Greenland

  • Dr. Robert Gilbert (Department of Geography, Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada) provided expert commentary and guidance on work relating to the Greenland virtual field trip.
  • Ms. Rebbecca Kerwin, formerly an undergraduate student at Queen's University, assisted with field work in Greenland.
  • Mr. Bent Brodersen, Manager of the Kangerlussuaq Institute of Science Support (KISS) provided excellent logistical support for work in Greenland.