Education:
Ph.D. Geography, University of Nevada-Reno (2022)
Focus: Human-Cultural Geography
M.S. Interdisciplinary Studies, California State University-Stanislaus (2016)
Focus: Geospatial Analysis, Geography, Anthropology
B.A. Geography, California State University-Stanislaus (2010)
Focus: Global Issues and Development
In addition to teaching at Sierra College, Dr. Benson has worked professionally in fields such as land surveying, resource conservation, and geotourism. She enjoys mountain biking, hiking, running, outdoor exploration, and flower identification.