Dr. Patrick J. Baker Associate Professor Geography & Earth Sciences patrick.baker [at] westpoint.edu About Education Born in Brooklyn, NY, Patrick's life was transformed when his family moved to Dutchess County. This migration immersed him in the natural world where he filled his days exploring forests, fields, wetlands, lakes, and streams. Patrick and his family returned to the Hudson Valley in 2015 where they enjoy running, hiking, and camping. Ph.D. - Miami UniversityM.S. - Miami UniversityB.A. - Bard College