William Moseley is a professor and chair of geography, and director of African studies, at Macalester College where he teaches courses on human geography, environment, development, and Africa. His research interests include political ecology, tropical agriculture, environment and development policy, and livelihood security. His research and work experiences have led to extended stays in Mali, Zimbabwe, South Africa, Botswana, Malawi, Niger, and Lesotho. He is the author of over 70 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters and is co-author of Understanding World Regional Geography.