Dr. Zurovchak
Dr. Z, as he is known to his students, is an ecologist by training who
specializes in ornithology, the study of birds. Any aspect about the
biology of birds, especially those pertaining to cute, colorful woodland
songbirds, is sure to be of interest to Dr. Z. Dr. Zurovchak earned his
doctoral degree researching the relationship between berries and
one group of birds that finds them nutritionally appealing, the
thrushes. This research was conducted both in New Jersey and in
Costa Rica, a country rich in natural wonders. Dr. Z likes to spend
time outdoors observing birds and other aspects of nature, and has
led numerous field trips to various sites in the Orange County region
for his classes and for local conservation and naturalist groups. Dr.
Zurovchak has been involved in several conservation projects, such
as helping develop a bird checklist for Orange County and
volunteering to survey birds for various organizations. Cultivating an
appreciation for nature, especially right here in our local vicinity, in
students and the general public is important to Dr. Zurovchak, an
endeavor he looks forward to continue pursuing both in and out of
the classroom.