Kevin Svitana , Ph.D.

Kevin Svitana, Ph.D., is chair of the Sustainabilities Studies Program at Otterbein University and is responsible for creating its outdoor groundwater laboratory where students can gain first-hand experience collecting environmental samples and conduct pumping test and slug tests to assess hydraulic characteristics of the local aquifer. With more than 32 years of experience as a geologist and more than 30 years as a hydrogeologist, his diverse professional experience ranges from mineral resource evaluation and environmental impact studies to the assessment and remediation of hazardous waste sites. In addition, Svitana’s experience with data collection and analysis for environmental assessment is extensive. He’s an Ohio Voluntary Action Program certified environmental professional and holds professional geologist licenses in Pennsylvania, Kentucky, North Carolina and South Carolina. Svitana has completed numerous environmental assessments in accordance with the various state and federal regulatory structures. Svitana also routinely provides consulting services related to groundwater and geologic assessments.