Dr. Eileen Poeter, emeritus professor of geological engineering at the Colorado School of Mines, announced that she will be retiring at the end of June as an author, reviewer, and editor for The Groundwater Project, an organization providing free groundwater educational materials worldwide.
Over the course of her tenure, Poeter has been responsible for the final scientific review and publication of every Groundwater Project book to date (73 publications by June 30). With her attention to detail, deep technical expertise, and ability to view each topic through the eyes of a learner, she elevated the quality, clarity, and accessibility of every book that passed through her hands. Her role as scientific editor and producer has been foundational to the Project’s reputation for excellence.
Poeter also initiated and championed the Groundwater Project’s self‑learning module program, even coding several modules herself. Her vision for interactive, learner‑driven education has become a defining feature of the Project’s pedagogical approach. In addition to her editorial and technical leadership, she played a central role in Board governance, supporting the Board of Directors and working closely with the director of operations to ensure strong coordination, strategic alignment, and organizational continuity.
Poeter was the Groundwater Foundation’s Darcy Lecturer in 2006 and received NGWA’s M. King Hubbert award in 2017 as well as being a NGWA Fellow and Life Member.
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