David Hastings Eckerd College Professor Biography David Hastings, Eckerd College Professor, is a marine scientist and professor with more than 30 years of experience in oceanography, marine chemistry, and climate science. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Princeton University and earned both a Master of Science and a Ph.D. in Oceanography from the University of Washington. His professional background spans academic teaching, research, and institutional service across multiple universities. He is known for integrating scientific research, education, and public communication in environmental science.
Early Academic Background Professor Hastings earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry, cum laude, from Princeton University, where he received departmental honors. He continued his graduate studies at the University of Washington, completing both his Master of Science and Ph.D. in Oceanography.