Laurie Brandt teaches Geology of Colorado and has also taught Introduction to Physical Geology, Earth Science and Maverick Milestone courses. She taught during various semesters between 2000 and 2020 and returned to teaching in 2026.
Brandt has 28 years of experience as an engineering geologist conducting geotechnical investigations using drill rigs and test pit excavations, as well as mineral resource evaluations, environmental impact studies and geologic hazard evaluations for rockfall, debris flows, landslides and unstable slopes. She enjoys studying and characterizing the geology and soils of sites and working collaboratively with engineers to find practical solutions.
Brandt also has five years of experience mapping and modeling stream systems impacted by hydroelectric facilities to determine instream flow and habitat impacts. She brings her professional experience and passion for studying surface and subsurface soils and rocks into the classroom.
Brandt’s ultimate goal is to show students how relevant geology is to their daily lives and how that knowledge can help them become better homeowners, voters, discerning citizens and stewards of the earth’s resources.