Kuwanna Dyer-Pietras: Running Through the Rock Record
A geologist who left academia found a new way to stay connected to Earth, one ultramarathon at a time.
Kuwanna Dyer-Pietras originally aspired to be a storm chaser, inspired by the movie Twister. However, her passion for geology emerged during her first geology class, leading her to graduate from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas with a degree in geology after nine years. She then pursued a master's in sedimentology at the University of Wisconsin–Madison, where she studied ancient river deposits.
Dyer-Pietras met her husband, also a geologist, during her first semester. Her interests in geology and running led her to write about trail running for outlets like Trails Collective and Trail Sisters. She is also a certified ultramarathon running coach. Her personal experiences and professional journey highlight her dual passions for geology and running.
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