Interviews with seismologists—Dr. Derek Schutt, Colorado State University @IRISEarthquakeScience

Uploaded November 2021 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

Interviews with seismologists.
Derek Schutt was a first-generation college student and is currently an Associate Professor in Seismology at Colorado State University. In Derek’s interview, he discusses his path in academia, current research, advice for students, and more.
TIME CODES:
0:00 How did you become interested in geoscience?
2:30 What does your workweek look like?
3:04 What research topic do you find interesting?
4:11 What do you think are some barriers within your field of work?
5:40 What opportunities are available for people who want to pursue Geophysics?
6:40 What advice do you have for students interested in geoscience?

University of Illinois Chicago in collaboration with the Incorporated Research Institutions for Seismology
The PIS wish to thank the NSF for their award, EAGER: EAR-2042011 EArly-concept Grants for Exploratory Research (EAGER)

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