Connie Harrington

Bio: Connie Harrington is a Research Forester with the USDA Forest Service Pacific Northwest Research Station in Olympia, Washington. In her research she explores the responses of multiple species, and multiple genotypes within species, to their environment, to various silvicultural practices and techniques, and to other factors, such as bole or root damage, that may affect tree survival and growth. She also develops models to predict tree or stand responses, with current model development focused on plant responses to current or predicted future climate. These models fill important gaps in our ability to predict species responses to a range of treatments across a variety of site conditions. Her research bridges scientific understanding of biological systems with on-the-ground management decisions, and some of her past projects have included model development to predict spring budburst, variable density management, and management of neglected tree species such as alder, poplar, and Oregon white oak.

Student Host: Brooke Cassell, School of the Environment

Watch the video of Dr. Harrington's Seminar Presentation