Welcome to my personal website! I’m Thomas Ruberto, a geoscience professor, science communicator, and media producer specializing in virtual learning experiences. My academic journey began with a B.S. in Earth and Space Exploration, followed by both an M.S. and a PhD in Geology. My research focuses on developing virtual field trip workflows for students and teachers, as well as testing the effectiveness of virtual field experiences as a learning modality.
This website serves as a hub for my professional and educational activities, as well as a platform to share resources and insights related to geoscience and environmental issues. Here you’ll find information about my teaching at Chandler Gilbert Community College, my work in immersive virtual experiences through Interactive Marketing Technologies, and my ongoing engagement with the complex challenges and opportunities of the Anthropocene.
Please note that the views and opinions expressed on this site are my own and do not necessarily reflect those of my college or my company. My goal is to foster curiosity, learning, and informed discussion about the Earth and its changing environment through accessible content and innovative digital media.
Thank you for visiting Earth To Tommy—I hope you find the content here engaging and thought-provoking.
Designing, producing, and evaluating immersive virtual field experiences that explore both the promise and the challenges of the Anthropocene, including climate change, population dynamics, and resource sustainability, while eliminating field access barriers and creating equitable learning opportunities for all students.
Offering pathways in geology, geography, and meteorology, Chandler Gilbert Community College’s geoscience program combines expert instruction, personalized advisement, and hands-on field experiences. Our courses connect theory with practice, preparing students for academic success and careers in earth and atmospheric sciences.
This resource explores the complex realities of the Anthropocene, highlighting both its challenges and opportunities. Featuring up-to-date climate research, curated books and documentaries, virtual learning experiences, and balanced perspectives on climate news, it aims to inform and inspire thoughtful engagement with our changing planet.
Developing immersive virtual experiences for educational institutions and organizations, Interactive Marketing Technologies combines advanced technology with thoughtful design to create engaging digital environments. Since 1992, the company has supported learning and communication through virtual tours, digital twins, and interactive media that enhance accessibility.
Thomas Ruberto, PhD | Geoscience Professor | Science Communicator | Media Producer
helping our species navigate the promise and peril of the Anthropocene