- BS, Oklahoma State University, 1976, Forest Management; MS, Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, 1978, Forest Biometrics; MS, VPI & SU, 1980, Statistics; PhD, VPI & SU, 1981, Forest Biometrics.
- Teaching Responsibilities: Forest Measurements.
- Research Projects: Development of computer models for individual tree crown dynamics incorporating the influence of light competition and environment on branch, crown, and tree growth. Study of impact of uncertainties and errors on future growth projects in complex growth and yield models. Development of mathematical linkages between growth models at different spatial and temporal scales.