Academia
Professor John Gathright
Doctoral Studies, Research and Professor at Chubu University
John obtained his undergraduate degree in International Business Management, graduating with honours, at Nanzan University
in Nagoya, Japan. His academic pursuits would later bring him to Nagoya University
where Gathright obtained his Doctorate of Agriculture
at the Graduate School of Biocultural Sciences.
After obtaining his Ph.D., Dr. Gathright would join the faculty of Chubu University as a professor, and where he still lectures and conducts research.
After obtaining his Ph.D., Dr. Gathright would join the faculty of Chubu University as a professor, and where he still lectures and conducts research.
John's career as an educator and curriculum advisor began many years earlier as an author writing books and columns that were widely adapted and used in Japanese national textbooks and university entrance exams.
At Chubu University, Gathright leads a special tree-climbing program
for university students who are preparing for careers in special-needs education, as well as elementary and junior high school teachers.
Presently, Gathright is also leading a team of young researchers who are using tree climbing techniques to conduct canopy research. Examples include Musasabi
(Japanese Giant Flying Squirrels) and Tardigrades.
Outside of the lecture hall, John conducts ongoing research, and frequently represents Chubu University at speaking engagements, as well as, media and promotional events.
