University of Minnesota Professor Leonard Harvey Thorleifson has completed his time as a State Geologist. He was State Geologist of Minnesota from 2003-2023; AASG Acting Secretary, 2022; Treasurer, 2017-2020; Past President, 2013-2014; President, 2012-2013; President Elect, 2011-2012; Vice President, 2010-2011; Treasurer, 2008-2010; Statistician, 2006-2009; Mapping Chair, 2006-2008; 2015-2020; Information Chair, 2016-2023; National Geospatial Advisory Committee, 2014-2020; DMT Host, 2017; and Geologic Mapping Forum Host, 2018-present. Harvey holds undergrad degrees from University of Winnipeg, a Master’s in geology from University of Manitoba, and a PhD in geology from University of Colorado. He was with the Geological Survey of Canada from 1986 to 2003. Harvey was President of the Geological Association of Canada in 2003-2004, and President of the Canadian Federation of Earth Science in 2004-2006. He is pleased to now be focusing on writing and teaching as a University of Minnesota Professor.
