By P. Jay Fleisher, JIRP Director emeritus
Dr. Jay Fleisher (in red jacket) leads a geology field trip near Camp 10. Photo by J. L. Kavanaugh
JIRP’s influence on me goes back to 1968 when I first traversed the icefield with Dr. Maynard Miller (founder and father of JIRP) and a group of post-doctoral students. During many years of return visits, I am back now as faculty and member of the staff. It is gratifying indeed to work with such a highly motivated group of 23 students, each with their own background and each receptive to individual mentoring on field projects of their choice. Ongoing field research coordinated with an emphasis on academics, all closely linked to expeditionary priorities, constitute a highly effective training experience, which is recognized far and wide to have launched so many professional careers, my own included. It is invigorating to be back in this unique and pristine environment, perfectly situated on temperate glaciers sensitive to subtle annual changes in climate.
PS – Hi Judy: miss you, love you.