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Contact Information

• Paul Santi, Associate Professor
• Department of Geology and Geological Engineering
• Colorado School of Mines
• Golden, Colorado 80401
• (303) 273-3108
• (303) 273-3859 (FAX)
• email: psanti@mines.edu

Education

• Ph.D., Geological Engineering, Colorado School of Mines, 1995

Dissertation: “Classification and Testing of Weak and Weathered Rock Materials: A Model Based on Colorado Shales” unpublished Ph.D. dissertation, Colorado School of Mines, Golden, CO, 286 p.
• M.S., Geology, Texas A&M University, 1988

Thesis: “The Kinematics of Debris Flow Transport Down a Canyon” unpublished M.S. thesis, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX, 85 p.
• B.S. with honors, Geology and Physics, Duke University, 1986

Registrations

 
• Registered Geologist, California
• Certified Engineering Geologist, California

Affiliated Organizations

• American Society for Engineering Education
• Rocky Mountain Section of the Association of Engineering Geologists
• National Association of  Engineering Geologists
• Marliave Scholar Information

Research Experience

 

The Investigation Simulator Program: BEST SiteSim

Stabilization of Landslides Using Wick Drains

Southeast Missouri Seismic Hazards

Experience

Colorado School of Mines (August 2001 - present), Associate Professor

Current research projects include:

• Stabilization of landslides using wick drains
• Computer simulation of geotechnical and hazardous waste investigations
• Evaluation of effectiveness of debris flow mitigation in burned areas
• Using psychotherapy techniques in the classroom to reveal misconceptions and improvelearning
• Investigating cross-contamination of aquifers

Recently taught courses include:

• Geological Engineering Site Investigation
• Advanced Geological Engineering Design
• Advanced Engineering Geology and Geotechnics
• Case Histories in Geological Engineering and Hydrogeology
• Engineering Geomorphology
• Engineering Geologic Field Methods
• Groundwater Hydrology

University of Missouri - Rolla (August 1995 - August 2001), Assistant Professor

Independent Consultant (August 1998 - present)

Conducted independent consulting for a variety of clients and projects, including:

• Expert opinion regarding settlement of utility lines, Colorado
• Advising on rock tunnel stability for an underground storage facility in Hannibal, MO
• Advising on shale slope stability for a site in southeast St. Louis County, MO
• Advising on rock slope stability for a site in northern Jefferson County, MO
• Development of a bedrock ground-water investigation workplan for a site southwest Missouri
• Interpretation of Regional PCE contamination, Merced, CA

 

Grant Environmental (August 1992 - April 1994), Geoscience Department Manager

Project manager for an NPL investigation in Kansas, directed report and risk assessment preparation following field work.  Smaller projects included computer ground-water modeling for a Denver site, risk assessment for a Michigan site, and installation of multiple-cased wells through abandoned mining shafts in a Missouri site.

Dames & Moore (September 1988 - July 1992), Project Geologist

Project manager for an NPL investigation at Fort Ord, California.  Remedial investigation included sampling of soil, soil gas, and ground water, and involved assessment of three aquifers to depths of over 400 feet.  Work was conducted in response to EPA CERCLA requirements, and was also coordinated with California EPA, the California Regional Water Quality Control Board, and Monterey County.

Managed Preliminary Endangerment Assessments for four former manufactured gas plant sites.  Chemicals of concern included PAHs, PCBs, metals and hydrocarbons.

Managed review of 150 geologic and geotechnical documents submitted to Santa Cruz County in response to Loma Prieta Earthquake damage.  Provided Santa Cruz County with evaluations of each report and recommendations for further work.

Managed systematic evaluation of stability and permeability of 13 retention basins for a Bay Area refinery.  As part of an SPCC, this evaluation included field investigation, geotechnical laboratory testing and slope stability analysis.

Murillo Engineering (Aug. 1985 – Dec. 1985, Summer 1986)

Logged geotechnical drilling for over 10,000 feet of soil borings.  Completed geotechnical laboratory tests for Proctor compaction, asphalt extraction, permeability, unconfined and triaxial compressive strength, Atterberg limits, and consolidation.

Refereed Publications:

 
• Santi, P.M. and Santi, M.M., accepted for publication, “Using Psychotherapy Techniques to Reveal Misconceptions and Improve Learning,” Journal on Excellence in College Teaching.
• Leydens, J.A. and Santi, P.M., in press (May 06), “Optimizing Faculty Use of Writing as a Learning Tool in Geoscience Education,” Journal of Geoscience Education.
• Santi, P.M., in press (Feb ’06), “Field Methods for Characterizing Weak Rock for Engineering, “ Environmental and Engineering Geoscience.
• Santi, P.M., McCray, J.E., and Martens, J.L., 2006, “Investigating Cross-Contamination of Aquifers,” Hydrogeology Journal, Vol. 15, No. 1, pp. 51-68.
• Santi, P.M. and Higgins, J.D., 2005, “Preparing Geologists for Careers in Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology,” Journal of Geoscience Education, Vol. 53, No. 5, pp. 513-521.
• Crenshaw, B.A. and Santi, P.M., 2004, “Water Table Profiles in the Vicinity of Horizontal Drains,” Environmental and Engineering Geoscience, Vol. 10, No. 3, pp. 191-201 (awarded the 2002 AEG Student Professional Paper, Graduate Division).
• Santi, P.M., and Kowalski, R.J., 2004, “The Role of Education and Experience in Developing Site Investigation Skills,” Environmental and Engineering Geoscience, Vol. 10, No. 1, pp. 45-55.
• Walker, S.R. and Santi, P.M., 2004, “Influence of the Blue Mesa Reservoir on the Red Creek Landslide, Colorado,” Environmental and Engineering Geoscience, Vol. 10, No. 1, pp. 13-26.
• Santi, P.M., Crenshaw, B.A., and Elifrits, C.D., 2003, “Demonstration Projects Using Wick Drains to Stabilize Landslides,” Environmental and Engineering Geoscience, Vol. 9, No. 4, pp. 339-350.
• Boyer, D.D., Santi, P.M., and Rogers, W.P., eds., 2003, Engineering Geology in Colorado: Contributions, Trends, and Case Histories: AEG Special Publication 15 and Colorado Geological Survey Special Publication 55, on CD-ROM, 1355 p.
• Santi, P.M., 2003, Earthquake-Induced Hazards Along Transportation Routes in Colorado, in Boyer, D.D., Santi, P.M., and Rogers, W.P., eds., Engineering Geology in Colorado: Contributions, Trends, and Case Histories: AEG Special Publication 15 and Colorado Geological Survey Special Publication 55, on CD-ROM.
• Santi, P.M. and Higgins, J.D., 2003, Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology Education in Colorado, in Boyer, D.D., Santi, P.M., and Rogers, W.P., eds., Engineering Geology in Colorado: Contributions, Trends, and Case Histories: AEG Special Publication 15 and Colorado Geological Survey Special Publication 55, on CD-ROM.
• Santi, P.M. and Martens, J.L., 2003, “Engineering Soils Maps,” Environmental and Engineering Geoscience, Vol. 9, No. 2, pp. 179-183.
• Santi, P.M. and Nuener, E.J., 2002, “Preliminary Evaluation of Seismic Hazards for Emergency Rescue Route U.S. 60, Missouri,” Environmental and Engineering Geoscience, Vol. 8, No. 4, pp. 261-277.
• Santi, P.M. and Gregg, J.M., 2002, “Engineering Stratigraphic Columns,” Environmental and Engineering Geoscience, Vol. 6, No. 3, pp. 237-241.
• Santi, P.M., Elifrits, C.D., and Liljegren, J.A., 2001, “Design and Installation of Horizontal Wick Drains for Landslide Stabilization:” Transportation Research Record 1757, pp. 58-66.
• Santi, P.M., Elifrits, C.D., and Liljegren, J.A., June 2001, “Design and Installation of Horizontal Wick Drains for Landslide Stabilization:” Civil Engineering, June 2001 issue.
• Santi, P.M., Holschen, J.E., and Stephenson, R.W., 2000, “Improving Elastic Modulus Measurements for Rock Based on Geology:” Environmental and Engineering Geosciences, Vol. 6, No. 4 pp. 333-326.
• Li, X., Rupert, G., Summers, D.A., Santi, P.M., and Liu, D., 2000, “Analysis of Impact Hammer Rebound to Estimate Rock Drillability:” Rock Mechanics and Rock Engineering, Vol. 33, No. 1, 14 p.
• Santi, P.M., 2000, “Ethics Exercises for Civil, Environmental, and Geological Engineers:” Journal of Engineering Education, Vol. 89, No. 2, pp. 151-159.
• Koncagul, E.C. and Santi, P.M., 1999, “Predicting the Unconfined Compressive Strength of the Breathitt shale Using Slake Durability, Shore Hardness and Rock Structural Properties:” International Journal of Rock Mechanics and Mining Sciences, Vol. 36, No. 2, pp. 139-153.
• Santi, P.M., 1998, “Improving the Jar Slake, Slake Index, and Slake Durability Tests for Shales:” Environmental and Engineering Geoscience, Vol. 4, No. 3, pp. 385-396.
• Santi, P.M. and Higgins, J.D., 1998, Methods for Predicting Shale Durability in the Field, ASTM Geotechnical Testing Journal, Vol. 21, No. 3, pp. 195-202.
• Santi, P.M. and Shakoor, A., eds., 1997, Characterization of Weak and Weathered Rock Masses, Association of Engineering Geologists Special Publication #9: Association of Engineering Geologists, Sudbury, MA, 233 p.
• Santi, P.M. and Doyle, B.C., 1997, “The Locations and Engineering Characteristics of Weak Rock in the U.S.,” in Santi, P.M. and Shakoor, A., eds., 1997, Characterization of Weak and Weathered Rock Masses, Association of Engineering Geologists Special Publication #9: Association of Engineering Geologists, Sudbury, MA, pp. 1-22.
• Santi, P.M., 1997, “Comparison of Weak and Weathered Rock Classification Systems,” in Santi, P.M. and Shakoor, A., eds., Characterization of Weak and Weathered Rock Masses, Association of Engineering Geologists Special Publication #9: Association of Engineering Geologists, Sudbury, MA, pp. 139-160.
• Walkinshaw, J.L. and Santi, P.M., 1996, “Chapter 21 - Shales and Other Degradable Materials,” in Turner, A.K. and Schuster, R.L., eds., Landslides: Investigation and Mitigation, TRB Special Report 247: Transportation Research Board, National Research Council, Washington, DC, pp. 555-576.  (book received the 1997 Claire P. Holdredge Award from the AEG and the 1997 E.B. Burwell Award from the GSA).
• Santi, P.M. and Koncagul, E.C., 1996, “Predicting the Mode, Susceptibility, and Rate of Weathering of Shales,” in Matheson, G., ed., Design with Residual Materials - Geotechnical and Construction Considerations, ASCE Geotechnical Special Publication No. 63, pp. 12-26.
• Santi, P.M., 1995, “Assessing the Strength and Durability Properties of Shales,” in Keefer, D.K. and Ho, C.L., eds., Landslides Under Static and Dynamic Conditions - Analysis, Monitoring, and Mitigation, ASCE Geotechnical Special Publication No. 52, pp. 37-55.
• Mathewson, C.C., Keaton, J.R., and Santi, P.M., 1990, “Role of Bedrock Ground Water in the Initiation of Debris Flows and Sustained Post-Flow Stream Discharge,” in The Bulletin of the Association of Engineering Geologists, Vol. 27, No. 1, pp. 73-83.
• Santi, P.M., 1989, “The Kinematics of Debris Flow Transport Down a Canyon,” in The Bulletin of the Association of Engineering Geologists, Vol. 26, No. 1, pp. 5-9. (1988 AEG Student Professional Paper Award).

News Magazines and Proceedings

 
• Santi, P.M. and Kowalski, R.J., 2004, “Using an Assessment Test to Identify Important Aspects of Education,” ASEE Annual Conference, Salt Lake City, 6 p.
• Santi, P.M. and Crenshaw, B.A., 2002, “Demonstration Projects Using Wick Drains to Stabilize Landslides,” Proceedings for the Rocky Mountain Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Annual Meeting, October 4, 2002, Denver, CO.
• Santi, P.M., 2002, The Role of Education and Experience in Developing Site Investigation Skills,” Proceedings of the Symposium on Visioning the Future of Engineering Geology: Sustainability and Stewardship, AEG –AIPG 2002 Annual Meeting, September 26, 2002, Reno, NV.
• Santi, P.M. and Laudon, R.C., 2002, “Geological Engineering Field Camp Exercises,” in Lund, W.R., ed., Field Guide to Geologic Excursions in Southwestern Utah and Adjacent Areas of Arizona and Nevada: U.S. Geological Survey Open File Report 02-172, pp. 316-331.
• Santi, P.M. and Elifrits, C.D., 2000, “Highway Landslide Stabilization Using Wick Drains,” Proceedings of the 51st Annual Highway Geology Symposium, Seattle, WA, p. 99-106.
• Santi, P.M., 1999, “Horizontal Wick Drains as a Cost-Effective Method to Stabilize Landslides:” Geotechnical News, Vol. 17, No.2, pp. 44-46.
• Santi, P.M., Bell, S., Summers, D.A., and Pixton, D., 1998, “Waterjet-Assisted Polycrystalline Diamond Indentation Drilling of Rock,” in Louis, H., ed., 14th International Conference on Jetting Technology, BHR Group Conference Series Publication No. 32: Professional Engineering Publishing Limited, Bury St. Edmunds, UK, pp. 407-419.
• Santi, P.M., 1998, “Refined Field Methods for Identifying, Describing, and Testing Shale and Weak Rock,” Proceedings of the Ohio River Valley Soils Seminar XXIX, Louisville, KY.
• Santi, P.M. 1998, “Engineering Geology of Guam,” Proceedings of the 8th Congress of the International Association of Engineering Geology, pp. 1071-1078.
• Santi, P.M., 1998, “Stability and Permeability of Fluid Retention Berms Constructed from Highly Weathered Bedrock,” in Prakash, S., ed., Proceedings of the Fourth International Conference on Case Histories in Geotechnical Engineering, pp. 817-821.
• Santi, P.M., 1995, “Foundations in Weak and Weathered Rock Materials,” Feature Article: AEG News, Summer 1995 edition.
• Santi, P.M., 1995, “Evaluating Water Flow Through Weathered Rock Materials,” Feature Article: AEG News, Winter 1995 edition.
• Santi, P.M., 1994, “Slope Stability and Slope Design for Weathered Rock Material,” Feature Article: AEG News, Summer 1994 edition.
• Santi, P.M., 1994, “Classification of Weathered Rock Materials,” Feature Article: AEG News, Winter 1994 edition.
• Santi, P.M. and Rice, R.H., 1991, “Preliminary Classification of Transitional Materials,” in McCalpin, J.P., ed., Proceedings of the 27th Symposium on Engineering Geology & Soils Engineering, pp. 8-1 – 8-13.
• Santi, P.M. and Mathewson, C.C., 1988, “What Happens Between the Scar and the Fan: The Behavior of a Debris Flow in Motion,” in Fragazy, R.J., ed., Proceedings of the 24th Symposium on Engineering Geology & Soils Engineering, pp. 73-88.
• Mathewson, C.C. and Santi, P.M., 1987, “Bedrock Ground Water: Source of Sustained Post-Debris Flow Stream Discharge,” in McCalpin, J.P., ed., Proceedings of the 23rd Symposium on Engineering Geology & Soils Engineering, pp. 253-265.

Abstracts, Presentations, and Reviews

 
• Santi, P.M. and deWolfe, V.G., 2005, “A Model for Sediment Accumulation and Debris Flow Production in Burned Areas,” Geological Society of America Annual Meeting Abstracts with Programs.
• Santi, P.M., 2005, “Recognition of Collapsible Soils Based on Geology, Climate, Laboratory Tests, and Structural Crack Patterns,” Geological Society of America Annual Meeting Abstracts with Programs.
• Prochaska, A. and Santi, P.M., 2005, “Sensitivity and Appropriateness of Debris Flow Runup and Superelevation Equations,” Geological Society of America Annual Meeting Abstracts with Programs.
• deWolfe, V.G., Santi, P.M. Ey, J. and Gartner, J.E., 2005, “Arrest of a Debris Flow at Lemon Dam, La Plata County, Colorado Using Erosion Control Mitigation,” Geological Society of America Annual Meeting Abstracts with Programs.
• Lemmerman, A.K. and Santi, P.M.., 2005, “An Assessment of the Accuracy and Repeatability of Debris Flow Velocity Calculations,” Geological Society of America Annual Meeting Abstracts with Programs.
• Gartner, J.E., Cannon, S.H., Santi, P.M. and deWolfe, V.G., 2005, “Relations Between Debris-Flow Volumes Generated from Recently Burned Basins and Basin Morphology, Triggering Storm Rainfall and Material Properties,” Geological Society of America Annual Meeting Abstracts with Programs.
• Noe, D.C. and Santi, P.M.., 2005, “Mudslide Mania – Recap of an Interdisciplinary Geologic Hazard Symposium,” Geological Society of America Annual Meeting Abstracts with Programs.
• Santi, P.M. and deWolfe, V.G., 2005, “Comparisons of Debris Flow Volume Measurements and Predictions,” Association of Engineering Geologists 48th Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Las Vegas, NV.
• Prochaska, A. and Santi, P.M., 2005, “Criteria for the Selection of Appropriate Debris Flow Runout Equations,” Association of Engineering Geologists 48th Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Las Vegas, NV.
• Soule, N. and Santi, P.M., 2005, “The Influence of Water Content and Coarse Grained Fraction on the Rheological Parameters of Debris Flow Deposits,” Association of Engineering Geologists 48th Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Las Vegas, NV.
• deWolfe, V.G. and Santi, P.M., 2005, “An Evaluation of Erosion Control Methods After Wildfire in Debris Flow Prone Areas,” Association of Engineering Geologists 48th Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Las Vegas, NV.
• Santi, P.M., deWolfe, V.G., and Higgins, J.D., 2005, “Debris Flows – Basic Morphologies and Processes,” Geological Society of America Rocky Mountain Section Meeting, Grand Junction, CO.
• Lemmerman, A.K., Santi, P.M., and Prochaska, A.K., 2005, “Critical Debris Flow Analysis Parameters – Velocity,” Geological Society of America Rocky Mountain Section Meeting, Grand Junction, CO.
• Soule, N.C., Santi, P.M., and Prochaska, A.K., 2005, “Critical Debris Flow Analysis Parameters – Yield Strength and Viscosity,” Geological Society of America Rocky Mountain Section Meeting, Grand Junction, CO.
• Santi, P.M., 2004, “Preparing Classical Geologists for Careers in Engineering Geology and Hydrogeology,” Geological Society of America Annual Meeting Abstracts with Programs.
• Santi, P.M., 2004, “Designing Debris Flow Channels and Deflection Berms,” Association of Engineering Geologists 47th Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Dearborn, MI.
• Santi, P.M. and Kowalski, R.J., 2004, “Using an Assessment Test to Identify Important Aspects of Education,” ASEE Annual Conference, Salt Lake City.
• Santi, P.M., and Santi, M.M., 2003, “Using Psychotherapy Techniques to Reveal Misconceptions and Improve Learning,” Frontiers in Education Conference, Westminster, CO.
• Santi, P.M., 2003, “The Potential for Earthquake Induced Landslides in Colorado,” Association of Engineering Geologists 46th Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Vail, CO.
• Santi, P.M., 2002, “Preliminary Evaluation of Earthquake Hazards Along Transportation Routes in Colorado,” Geological Society of America Annual Meeting Abstracts with Programs.
• Santi, P.M., 2002, “Procedure for Evaluating Earthquake Hazards Along Emergency Transportation Routes,” Geological Society of America Annual Meeting Abstracts with Programs.
• Santi, P.M. and Crenshaw, B.A., 2002, “Demonstration Projects Using Wick Drains to Stabilize Landslides,” Rocky Mountain Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers Annual Meeting, Denver, CO.
• Crenshaw, B.A. and Santi, P.M., 2002, “Water Table Modeling within a Drained Landslide, Boonville, Missouri,” Association of Engineering Geologists 45th Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Reno, NV.
• Santi, P.M., 2002, “The Role of Education and Experience in Developing Site Investigation Skills,” Association of Engineering Geologists 45th Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Reno, NV.
• Santi, P.M. and Petrikovitsch, J.F., 2002, “Learning Site Investigation Skills Through Computer Simulation,” ASEE Annual Conference, Montreal, Quebec.
• Santi, P.M., 2002, “Teaching Higher Level Learning Skills Through Computer Simulation,” Teaching with Technology Conference, Boulder, CO.
• Crenshaw, B.A. and Santi, P.M., 2002, “Stability Modeling of a Drained Landslide, Meeker, Colorado,” Geological Society of America Rocky Mountain Section Meeting, Cedar City, UT.
• Petrikovitsch, J.F. and Santi, P.M., 2002, “Simulation to Teach Abstract Skills,” Higher Education Learning & Information Exchange (HELIX) Conference, Osage Beach, MO.
• Santi, P.M., 2002, “Reducing Preparation Time and Increasing Learning in CD-Delivered Courses,” ASEE Rocky Mountain Section Meeting, Pueblo, CO.
• Santi, P.M. and Petrikovitsch, J.F., 2001, “Teaching Engineering Geology by Computer Simulation of Site Investigations,” Geological Society of America Annual Meeting Abstracts with Programs.
• Santi, P.M., 2001, “Ground-Water Investigation in Difficult Terrain, Joplin, Missouri,” Missouri Groundwater Association Spring Meeting, Columbia, MO.
• Santi, P.M., Elifrits, C.D., and Liljegren, J.A., 2001, “Design and Installation of Horizontal Wick Drains for Landslide Stabilization,” Transportation Research Board, Annual Meeting, Washington, DC.
• Santi, P.M. and Liljegren, J.A., 2000, “Design Aspects of Horizontal Wick Drains for Landslide Stabilization,” Association of Engineering Geologists 43rd Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, San Jose, CA.
• Neuner, E.J. and Santi, P.M., 2000, “Seismic Susceptibility of Emergency Rescue Route US 60, Southeast Missouri, Based on Analysis of St. Francis and Wahite Ditch Bridges,” Association of Engineering Geologists 43rd Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, San Jose, CA.
• Santi, P.M. and Elifrits, C.D., 2000, “Highway Landslide Stabilization Using Wick Drains,” 51st Annual Highway Geology Symposium, Seattle, WA.
• Santi, P.M., Executive Producer, and Shipley, T., Producer, 2000, “Landslide Stabilization Using Wick Drains,” Technical Video: Video Communications Center, University of Missouri-Rolla, 10 minutes.
• Santi, P.M., Isaacson, J.B., Selby, J.C., and Petrikovitsch, J.F., 2000, “A New Tool to Teach Hydrogeologic Investigation: BEST DrillSim,” Missouri Groundwater Association Spring Meeting, St. Louis, MO.
• Isaacson, J.B. and Santi, P.M., 2000, “Three Dimensional Hydrogeologic Modeling of Real Sites for Use in a Subsurface Investigation Simulator,” Missouri Groundwater Association Spring Meeting, St. Louis, MO.
• Santi, P.M. and Gregg, J.M., 1999, “Adaptation of Stratigraphic Column and Stiff Patterns for Engineering Geologic Mapping,” Geological Society of America Annual Meeting Abstracts with Programs.
• Santi, P.M. and Isaacson, J.B., 1999, “How Our Investigation Strategy Influences Our Interpretations,” Association of Engineering Geologists 42nd Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Salt Lake City, UT.
• Liljegren, J.A. and Santi, P.M., 1999, “Introduction of Horzwick Technology for Landslide Remediation,” Association of Engineering Geologists 42nd Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Salt Lake City, UT.
• Walker, S.R. and Santi, P.M., 1999, “Calculation of Allowable Lake Drawdown Rates to Prevent Landslide Movement, Red Creek Landslide, Gunnison, CO,” Association of Engineering Geologists 42nd Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Salt Lake City, UT.
• Santi, P.M., 1999, “The Use of Computer Simulations to Improve Environmental Investigation Skills,” ASEE Annual Conference, Charlotte, NC.
• Santi, P.M., 1998, “Refined Field Methods for Identifying, Describing, and Testing Shale and Weak Rock,” Proceedings of the Ohio River Valley Soils Seminar XXIX, Louisville, KY.
• Santi, P.M., 1998, “Improving Elastic Modulus Measurements for Rock Based on Geology,” Association of Engineering Geologists 41st Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Seattle, WA.
• Santi, P.M., 1998, “Stability and Permeability of Fluid Retention Berms Constructed from Highly Weathered Bedrock,” Fourth International Conference on Case Histories in Geotechnical Engineering.
• Santi, P.M., 1997, “On Making Engineering Sexy,” Frontiers in Education Conference (Sloan New Faculty Fellow Session), Pittsburgh, PA.
• Santi, P.M. and Walker, S.R., 1997, “The Effects of Lake Level and Highway and Railroad Grading on Landslide Movement, Blue Mesa Reservoir, Colorado,” Geological Society of America Annual Meeting Abstracts with Programs.
• Santi, P.M. and Doyle, B.C., 1997, “The Locations and Engineering Characteristics of Weak Rock in the U.S.,” Association of Engineering Geologists 40th Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Portland, OR.
• Santi, P.M., 1997, “Comparison of Weak and Weathered Rock Classification Systems,” Association of Engineering Geologists 40th Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Portland, OR.
• Santi, P.M., 1997, “Investigating Cross-Contamination of Aquifers Near Aquitard Pinch-Outs,” Missouri Groundwater Association Spring Meeting, St. Louis, MO.
• Santi, P.M., 1997, “Ethics Exercises for Future Engineers,” ASEE 32nd Midwest Section Conference, Columbia, MO.
• Santi, P.M., and Koncagul, E.C., 1996, “Predicting the Mode, Susceptibility, and Rate of Weathering of Shales,” ASCE National Convention, Washington, DC.
• Santi, P.M., 1996, “A Framework for Comparing Preventative Costs to Potential Damage Costs Due to Expansive Soil or Bedrock,: Association of Engineering Geologists 39th Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, East Brunswick, NJ.
• Santi, P.M., 1996, “Field Methods of Testing Armorstone Durability,” U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Ohio River Division Workshop on Accelerated Weathering of Armorstone and Riprap, Cincinnati, OH.
• Santi, P.M., 1995, “Assessing Strength and Deterioration Properties of Shales,” ASCE National Convention, San Diego, CA, November 1995.
• Santi, P.M., 1995, “Investigating Cross-Contamination of Aquifers Near Aquitard Pinch-Outs,” Association of Engineering Geologists 38th Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Sacramento, CA.
• Santi, P.M. and Higgins, J.D., 1995, “Field Methods of Classifying Shales for Durability,” Association of Engineering Geologists 38th Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Sacramento, CA.
• Santi, P.M., 1995, “Investigation and Design of Shale Slopes,” St. Louis Section AEG National Landslide Awareness Day Symposium, St. Louis, MO.
• Santi, P.M., 1995, “Assessing Strength and Deterioration Properties of Shales,” Rocky Mountain Section AEG Student Night, Golden. CO (voted outstanding student presentation).
• Santi, P.M. and Zlatev, P.A., 1993 “A Theoretical Model of Water Flow Through Transitional Materials,” Association of Engineering Geologists 36th Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, San Antonio, TX.
• Santi, P.M. and Rice, R.H., 1991, “Preliminary Classification of Transitional Materials,” 27th Symposium on Engineering Geology & Soils Engineering.
• Santi, P.M., 1989, “The Effects of Deep Rock Weathering on the Initiation of Landslides,” Association of Engineering Geologists 32nd Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Vail, CO.
• Santi, P.M. and Mathewson, C.C., 1988, “What Happens Between the Scar and the Fan: The Behavior of a Debris Flow in Motion,” 24th Symposium on Engineering Geology & Soils Engineering.
• Santi, P.M., 1988, “The Kinematics of Debris Flow Transport Down a Canyon,” Texas Section AEG Annual Meeting, College Station, TX (voted outstanding student presentation).
• Santi, P.M. and Mathewson, C.C., 1988, “The Kinematics of Debris Flow Transport Down a Canyon,” Association of Engineering Geologists 31st Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Kansas City, MO.
• Santi, P.M., 1987, “Factors Affecting Debris Flow Levee Construction,” Association of Engineering Geologists 30th Annual Meeting Program with Abstracts, Atlanta, GA.
• Santi, P.M., 1987, “Bedrock Ground Water: An Alternative Mechanism for the Initiation of Debris Flows,” Texas Section AEG Annual Meeting, College Station, TX.
• Mathewson, C.C. and Santi, P.M., 1987, “Bedrock Ground Water: Source of Sustained Post-Debris Flow Stream Discharge,” 23rd Symposium on Engineering Geology & Soils Engineering.

Funded Research Projects

 
• Santi, P.M., Higgins, J.D., Cannon, S.H., and DeGraff, J.V., 4/19/04 – 4/18/06, Evaluation of Post-Wildfire Debris Flow Mitigation Methods and Development of Decision-Support Tools, Joint Fire Science Program, National Interagency Fire Center.
• Santi, P.M., 1/12/04, Expansive Clay Retaining Wall Design, Schnabel Foundation Company.
• Santi, P.M. and Higgins, J.D., 10/03, Development of Halliburton Geomechanics Laboratory, Halliburton Foundation.
• Santi, P.M. and Cawlfield, J.D., 4/15/01 – 3/31/03, Computer Simulation of Geotechnical and Hazardous Waste Investigations, NSF-CCLI-EMD.
• Santi, P.M. and Elifrits, C.D.,  2/28/01 – 2/27/02, Stabilization of Landslides Using Wick Drains (continuation grant), National Academy of Sciences, National Research Council TRB IDEA.
• Anderson, N.L., Santi, P.M., and others, 6/15/99 – 7/31/00, Assessment and Mitigation of Earthquake Hazards Along Designated Priority Emergency Vehicle Access Routes, S.E. Missouri, Missouri Department of Transportation.
• Santi, P.M. and Maerz, N.H., 9/25/98 – 12/28/98, Evaluation of Sliding Shear, Inks and Buchanan Dams, Trinity Engineering Testing Corporation.
• Santi, P.M. and Elifrits, C.D., 4/8/99 – 10/8/00, Stabilization of Landslides Using Wick Drains, National Academy of Sciences, National Research Council TRB IDEA.
• Santi, P.M., 6/1/98 – 5/31/99, Stabilization of Landslides Using Wick Drains, University of Missouri Research Board.
• Santi, P.M., 6/1/98 – 5/31/99, Computer Simulation of Geotechnical and Hazardous Waste Site Investigations, Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award, Oak Ridge Associated Universities.
• Santi, P.M., 6/1/98-5/31/99, Stabilization of Landslides Using Wick Drains, Appleyard Fund.
• Santi, P.M., 10/1/97 - 10/31/97, Slake Durability of the Lane Shale, Woodward Clyde.
• Summers, D.A. and Santi, P.M., 7/1/97-6/30/99, Development and Testing of a Jet-Assisted Polycrystalline Diamond Drilling Bit, Novatek (subcontract for DOE SBIR).
• Summers, D.A. and Santi, P.M., 4/1/97-3/31/99, Very Low Friction Small Radius Dome Cutters for Percussion Bits, Novatek (subcontract for DOE SBIR).

Current Professional Memberships and Activities

 
• Association of Engineering Geologists
• American Society of Engineering Educators
• Geological Society of America

 
• Geological Society of America, Engineering Geology Division, Secretary/Treasurer (2005-06)
• Geological Society of America, Engineering Geology Division, Member-at-Large (2004-05)
• Geological Society of America, External Awards Committee 2005
• Member, Colorado Earthquake Hazards Mitigation Council, 2003 – present
• Associate Editor, Environmental and Engineering Geoscience, Association of Engineering Geologists, 1998 – present
• St. Louis Section AEG, Chair 1998 – 2000, Vice-Chair 1996 – 1998
• Committee Chair, Academic and Student Affairs Professional Practice Committee, Association of Engineering Geologists, 2001 – present
• Advisor, UMR AEG student chapter, 1996 – 2001
• Member, U.S. National Committee, IAEG, 1997 – 1998

Awards

 
• 2005 Alfred E. Jenni Fellowship for Teaching Effectiveness and Educational Scholarship, Colorado School of Mines

• Finalist, 2002 Premier Award, for BEST SiteSim software, sponsored by John Wiley & Sons, NEEDS, Autodesk, MathWorks, and Microsoft Research.

• 2000 Faculty Excellence Award, University of Missouri-Rolla
• 1999 Faculty Excellence Award, University of Missouri-Rolla
• 1998 Faculty Excellence Award, University of Missouri-Rolla

 
• 1999-00 Outstanding Teaching Award, University of Missouri-Rolla
• 1998-99 Outstanding Teaching Award, University of Missouri-Rolla
• 1997-98 Outstanding Teaching Award, University of Missouri-Rolla
• 1999 MSM-UMR Alumni Association Excellence in Teaching Award, University of Missouri-Rolla

• 1998 Ralph E. Powe Junior Faculty Enhancement Award, Oak Ridge Associated Universities
• 1997 Sloan New Faculty Fellow, American Society of Engineering Educators
• 1997 Douglas R. Piteau Outstanding Young Member Award, Association of Engineering Geologists
• 1995 Marliave Scholar Association of Engineering Geologists
• 1988 Student Professional Paper Association of Engineering Geologists

Activities of my Students

 
• Todd Loar, M.E., 2005,  Non-thesis project: Ground-water Dam Design and Construction, Keren, Eritria, East Africa
• Angela Lemmerman, M.E., 2005, Non-thesis project: An Assessment of the Accuracy and Repeatability of Debris Flow Velocity Calculations
• Christian H. Baxter, M.S., 2004, Thesis Title: An Investigation of the Effect of Swelling Pressure on Earth Anchored Retaining Wall Design
• Ryan J. Kowalski, M.S., 2004, Thesis Title: The Influence of Geology and Geomorphology on the Lewis and Clark Expedition
• Lisa Krosley, M.E., 2003, Non-thesis project: Using Photogrammetric Methods to Analyze Rock Structure
• Bradley A. Crenshaw, M.S., 2003, Thesis Title: Water Table Profiles in the Vicinity of Horizontal Drains
• Eric J. Neuner, M.S., 2001, Thesis Title: Assessment of Seismic Readiness of U.S. Highway 60 in Southwest Missouri
• Jon B. Isaacson, M.S., 2000, Thesis Title: Construction of Three-Dimensional Geologic Environments for a Subsurface Investigation Simulator
• James A. Liljegren, M.S., 2000, Horizontal Wick Drains: A Testing and Design Study
• Briget C. Doyle, M.S., 2000, Thesis Title: Engineering Geology of Jefferson City, Missouri
• Ryan P. Mueller, M.S. 1999, Thesis Title: Performing a Material and Metals Mass Balance on a Long Wet Cement Kiln During Normal Operating Conditions
• Scott R. Walker, M.S. 1999, Thesis Title: Analysis of the Red Creek Slide, U.S. Highway 50 near Gunnison, Colorado
• Jason E. Holschen, M.S. 1998, Civil Engineering (Co-Advisor), Thesis Title: Repeatability of the Modulus of Elasticity of Various Rock Types
• Engin Koncagul, Ph.D. 1998, Dissertation Title: Comparison of Uniaxial Compressive Strength Test and Slake Durability Index Values of Shale Samples from the Breathitt Formation, Kentucky

 
• 2005 AEG student professional paper, graduate division, Adam Prochaska
• 2002 AEG student professional paper, graduate division, Brad Crenshaw
• 2000 OURE presentation competition second place, Cory Pettijohn
• 1997 OURE presentation competition first place, Matt Cox
• 1997 AEG student professional paper, undergraduate division, Matt Cox
• 1996 AEG student professional paper, graduate division, Kirk Palicki