Jannell E. Clampitt obtained her M.S. and Ph.D. of civil and environmental engineering at Auburn University, and her B.S. in Biological Systems Engineering with a Bioenvironmental Focus from Iowa State University.
Research Interests
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Stormwater management and erosion & sediment control (E&SC) practices
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Resilient and sustainable infrastructure design for inland and coastal environments
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Living shorelines and thin layer placement (TLP) for habitat restoration and coastal protection
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Integration of natural and nature-based features (NNBF) in engineering design
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Climate change adaptation and risk-based design of erosion and sediment control methods
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Engineering education, focusing on student learning and professional identity
Biography
Her master’s degree focused on Stormwater management on construction sites, which involved evaluating hydraulic impoundment capabilities of wattles and developing standards for using flocculants for the Alabama DOT. Her doctoral research focused on advancing erosion and sediment control practices across both inland and coastal environments. Her work included a nationwide synthesis of stormwater BMPs to identify research gaps and standardize practice terminology, as well as an experimental study that evaluated thin layer placement on living shorelines dominated by black needlerush vegetation to improve coastal restoration practices. Feel free to explore my research website for more details!
At the University of Mississippi, Dr. Clampitt teaches across all engineering disciplines, working with students from their first semester to their final year. Her courses span introductory engineering, applied mathematics, and foundational core concepts, along with non-technical professionalism and communication skills. Her teaching emphasizes connecting technical knowledge to real-world engineering challenges while fostering adaptability and professionalism to prepare students for success after graduation. For a comprehensive list of my background, experience, and involvement, check out my CV!
Publications
Suspended sediment in stormwater runoff can have negative environmental impacts. Construction activities are a major contributor to sediment-laden runoff caused by the constant disturbance and destabilization of soil. Wattles are one of the most commonly used materials across a wide range of erosion and sediment control applications.
Courses Taught
- ENGR 101 Introduction to Engineering
- ENGR 310 Engineering Analysis 1
- ENGR 400 Leadership & Professionalism in Engineering
Education
B.S. Biological Engineering, Iowa State University (2021)
M.S. Civil Engineering, Auburn University (2023)
Ph.D. Civil Engineering, Auburn University (2025)