Professional Summary
Sarah (Dr. G) graduated from UC with a PhD in Geography in spring of 2025, a Masters in Geography in summer 2022, and a BS in Biology from Northern Kentucky University in December 2019.
She has been an adjunct for her alma mater for 5 years. She has taught a variety of introductory level geography and environmental science courses.
Sarah's work currently focuses on managing volunteer water quality monitoring groups, remote sensing research, public communication about HABs, and routine lake sampling.
Research and Practice Interests
Current research interests, including but not limited to:
1. Volunteer water quality monitoring
2. Environmental communication concerning HABs
3. Remote sensing water quality
4. RStudio and ArcPRO projects
5. Routine lake sampling
6. Public outreach concerning HABs
Publications
Peer Reviewed Publications
Sarah Goodrich; Susanna Tong (2024). Recreator perspectives on harmful algal blooms in Ohio. Environmental SociologyMore Information
Sarah Goodrich; Katherine Canfield; Kate Mulvaney (2024). Expert insights on managing harmful algal blooms. Frontiers - Freshwater ScienceMore Information
Goodrich, S.; Schaeffer, B.; Meyers, K.; Salls, W.; King, T., Seegers, B.; Demeree, D.; Cronin-Golomb, O.; Reif, M (2026). Sentinel-2 for chlorophyll-a water quality monitoring: a review of validation evidence and application potential. International Journal of Remote Sensing, 47 (1) More Information
Courses Taught
15-GEOG-106 INTRO HUMAN GEOG
15-GEOG-261 PEOPLE&ENVIRONMENT
15-EVST-101 ENVIRON SCIENCE I
-EVST-1012 ENVIR STUDIES II
15-GEOG-123H WORLD REGIONAL HONORS