This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. Geologist Dr. Richard Hazlett recounts the story of his dangerously close encounter with the eruptions of Hawaii's most active volcano, Kilauea. That experience showed him the fine line between awe and pure terror, a powerful geological experience and a profound life lesson. Richard Hazlett is a Geology Professor at Pomona College, where he coordinates the Environmental Analysis Program. A four-time winner of Pomona’s Wig Award for teaching excellence, Dr. Hazlett’s research includes work in the eastern Aleutian Islands on volcanic stratigraphy, interpreting the geologic evolution of Secret Spring Volcano and the Klamath River Gorge on the California-Oregon border, mapping volcanic stratigraphy in northwestern Iceland, and exploration of land use issues focusing on the American West. He has co-written two popular textbooks: Volcanoesâ€"a Global Perspective, and Geology and the Environment, now in its 7th edition. About TEDx, x = independently organized event In the spirit of ideas worth spreading, TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. At a TEDx event, TEDTalks video and live speakers combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. These local, self-organized events are branded TEDx, where x = independently organized TED event. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events are self-organized.* (*Subject to certain rules and regulations)
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