Dan Mongovin

Dan Mongovin is a 2023-2027 Self Graduate Fellow pursuing a Ph.D. in Geology. He received a B.Sc. (2018) in Geology from Central Washington University and an M.Sc. (2022) in Geology from the University of Kansas. A native of Washington State, Dan has always been interested in the Geological Sciences. His research interests include using earthquake geology, neotectonics, remote sensing GIS, and field work to address large-scale tectonic problems. With frequent international travel to the Nepal Himalayas, Dan’s dissertation research is focused on understanding the history of surface uplift and thrust system development in the Himalayan Mountain Belt with a focus on improving the understanding of natural hazards that pose great risk to high mountain communities. Following his Ph.D., Dan plans to continue in research/academia pursuing post-doctoral research with a goal to hold a faculty position to conduct meaningful geohazard research and advise, teach, and nurture the next generation of geoscientists.

Mentor: Michael Taylor, Ph.D., Professor, Geology