Christina Cianfrani | Professor of Hydrology

Christina is a professor of hydrology at Hampshire College, and co-creator of the school’s Integrated First-Year Sciences Program, a foundation course combining hydrology, microbiology, and mathematical modeling based on the R.W. Kern Center’s systems. Along with colleague Sarah Hews, Chris is working to create a variety of Living Building curricula to engage students of all disciplines in the systems and values of sustainable building design. Her research focuses on watershed processes approached from an ecological and engineering perspective, partnering with local and state agencies, research institutions, non-profit organizations, and private consultants to conduct interdisciplinary research projects.