Education:
- BS Biology, The College of William and Mary
- MA Education, Simmons College
- MS Oceanography, University of Rhode Island
- EdD Northeastern University
- Bachelor of Science in Marine Transportation from Massachusetts Maritime Academy
- Master of Science in Facilities Management from Massachusetts Maritime Academy, 2017
- USCG Unlimited Master License
- Commander in US Navy Reserves, and the SSMP Liaison at the Academy
- Twelve years sailing experience with SeaRiver Maritime (ExxonMobil) on Chemical, Product, and Crude oil Ships
- Sailed 6 months with California Maritime Academy as Senior Watch Officer, and ISM Compliance Officer
- Advanced Oil Tanker PIC endorsement, along with VSO ( Vessel Security Officer)
- Bachelor of Science from Massachusetts Maritime Academy
- Master of Science in Facilities Management from Massachusetts Maritime Academy
- Marine License - Chief Engineer, Steam, Motor, and Gas Turbine, Unlimited Horsepower
- Stationary License - Massachusetts First Class
Dr. Samantha Montano is currently an associate professor of Emergency Management at the Academy. Montano does research on a variety of topics related to emergency management including disaster volunteerism, the role of the nonprofit sector in disaster, the relationship between emergency management and climate change, and the intersection of gender and disasters. In addition to research, she does science communication work and emergency management policy advocacy.
Current courses: Introduction to Emergency Management and Emergency Management Policy
Education: Ph.D., Yale University -- Social Ethics
Education: PhD Mathematics Education, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth; MS Mathematics Education, University of Massachusetts Dartmouth; BM Clarinet Performance, University of Hartford
Research Interests: Creating positive and supportive learning environments in mathematics that best meet the needs of diverse student populations