 Hi, I'm Nathan Pekelek, Geospatial Librarian and an Associate Professor of Geography at Penn State University. I teach undergraduate and graduate courses in conservation GIS and other environmental topics, both online and in person. I've worked as a career professional employee for the U.S. National Park Service and have been doing research on and with national parks for the last 20 years. I'm passionate about environmental and biodiversity conservation both personally and professionally. My professional experiences strongly support that spatial data and analysis are critical aspects of environmental management in a complex and changing world. In my spare time it's probably not surprising that I love to be active and in the outdoors, especially with my family. Biking, hiking, running and generally exploring invigorates and connects me to the natural world. I look forward to seeing you in class.