Dr. Eileen Herrstrom

Dr. Eileen Herrstrom is a lecturer at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where she specializes in geoscience education. She holds a BA from Augustana College, an MS from Stanford University, and a PhD from the University of Iowa. Her academic interests include igneous petrology, the history of geology, and innovative teaching methods for geoscience, particularly in online education.Dr. Herrstrom co-teaches the course "Planet Earth...and You!" on Coursera, which provides an engaging overview of Earth’s geological processes and phenomena. This course covers topics such as earthquakes, volcanoes, and plate tectonics, emphasizing their significance in shaping our planet and understanding environmental challenges. Through her teaching, Dr. Herrstrom aims to inspire students to appreciate the complexities of Earth sciences and their relevance to society.