Brian Campbell :: Statement of Purpose

I am currently enrolled, as a senior, at Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) working towards a Bachelor’s degree, in geology. I have many interests outside the field of earth science, biology, ecology, anthropology, literature, but I have found that my true fascination is in the workings of the earth and its continued evolution. I have taken part in several research projects since beginning my education at ECSU and I have found that the geological sciences specifically Geophysics has done the most to provide the answer that I seek.

My most recent project which I performed over the summer of 2007 was a self designed archeological study based in the Chowan River watershed. The project centered around site located on the eastern shore of the Chowan. Through our excavation of the site we were able to uncover a variety of native artifacts, using a combination of off shore excavation and GPR sounding. Through the examination of the artifacts I was able to better categorize the patterns of habitation within the Chowan Delta. A secondary part of this study was to categorize the habitation of the entire North Carolina Costal plains. Some progress was made in this area. We found that the major site around the Chowan were all oriented along a ridged of messianic forest that is thought to run the length of the eastern sound system. We hope that through further investigation into this trend will produce a reliable model of habitation for the North Carolina coastal plains.

During my freshmen year at ECSU I join an undergraduate research program, through the Center of Excellence in Remote Sensing Education and Research (CERSER). This program allows students to perform group based research, under the direction of faculty mentors, in areas related to their fields of study.

Since joining the program at CERSER I have taken part in three projects; The first was an acoustical study of the tectonic activity around the crater at mount St. Helens. During my second year with the program my project involved the development of a forecast model for icebergs of Greenland north Atlantic coast. My project from the 06-07 year involved the development and study of temperature and CO 2 emissivity trends over the Antarctic ice shelves performed under the guidance of Dr. Malcolm LeCompt.

This year I am part of a four person team under Dr. Eric Acres formally known as the polar grid team. Our team is working with the University of Kansas and other institutions around the country to construct a country wide cyber infrastructure that will serve as the back bone for information distribution during future research on the Antarctic ice sheets.

Before coming to ECSU I attended a two year program through the ECPI College of technology. At ECPI, I studied electrical engineering and computer networking. Upon completion of the program, I received an AAS in electronic technologies, and was certified by the Electronics Technicians Association (ETA). This mixed background of technical skill and aptitude in research has aided me through my years at ECSU, but it is my belief in the diversity of the mind that will allow me to grow and succeed in the scholastics world.

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Personal Statement I am currently enrolled, as a senior, at Elizabeth City State University (ECSU) working towards a Bachelor’s degree, in geology. I have many interests outside the field of earth science, biology, ecology, anthropology, literature, but I have found that my true fascination is in the workings of the earth and its continued evolution. I have taken part in several research projects since beginning my education at ECSU and I have found that the geological sciences specifically Geophysics has done the most to provide the answer that I seek. My most recent project which I performed over the summer of 2007 was a self designed archeological study based in the Chowan River watershed. The project centered around site located on the eastern shore of the Chowan. Through our excavation of the site we were able to uncover a variety of native artifacts, using a combination of off shore excavation and GPR sounding. Through the examination of the artifacts I was able to better categorize the patterns of habitation within the Chowan Delta. A secondary part of this study was to categorize the habitation of the entire North Carolina Costal plains. Some progress was made in this area. We found that the major site around the Chowan were all oriented along a ridged of messianic forest that is thought to run the length of the eastern sound system. We hope that through further investigation into this trend will produce a reliable model of habitation for the North Carolina coastal plains. During my freshmen year at ECSU I join an undergraduate research program, through the Center of Excellence in Remote Sensing Education and Research (CERSER). This program allows students to perform group based research, under the direction of faculty mentors, in areas related to their fields of study. Since joining the program at CERSER I have taken part in three projects; The first was an acoustical study of the tectonic activity around the crater at mount St. Helens. During my second year with the program my project involved the development of a forecast model for icebergs of Greenland north Atlantic coast. My project from the 06-07 year involved the development and study of temperature and CO 2 emissivity trends over the Antarctic ice shelves performed under the guidance of Dr. Malcolm LeCompt. This year I am part of a four person team under Dr. Eric Acres formally known as the polar grid team. Our team is working with the University of Kansas and other institutions around the country to construct a country wide cyber infrastructure that will serve as the back bone for information distribution during future research on the Antarctic ice sheets. Before coming to ECSU I attended a two year program through the ECPI College of technology. At ECPI, I studied electrical engineering and computer networking. Upon completion of the program, I received an AAS in electronic technologies, and was certified by the Electronics Technicians Association (ETA). This mixed background of technical skill and aptitude in research has aided me through my years at ECSU, but it is my belief in the diversity of the mind that will allow me to grow and succeed in the scholastics world.