Historical Ecology of Plantation Landscapes in Central Virginia
Research Location: Charlottesville, VA, USA
Conservation Partner: Highland
Student Researcher
Kent Codding, Major: Biology, Minor: Environmental Sustainability, Minor: Data ScienceStudent Researcher
Elliott Durham, Major: Integrative ConservationStudent Researcher
Sarah Thomas, Major: UndeclaredStudent Researcher
Charlotte Walters, Major: Environment & Sustainability, Major: German StudiesFaculty Mentors
Dr. Sara Bon-Harper, Dr. Fernando Galeana-Rodriguez, Dr. Christopher Bailey, and Dr. Dom CiruzziProject Description
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Outcomes of student research on this project will include 1) identification of past and present landscape history using forensic geomorphology; 2) monitoring the efficacy of current conservation measures with systematic eco-hydrology studies; 3) identification of additional conservation measures that could be applied at Highland to improve environmental quality as a further step to address the legacies of the historic plantation; 4) preparation of materials for science communication and citizen engagement, potentially including a new exhibit about environmental history at Highland and a guide to increase awareness of conservation needs at similarly-farmed properties.
