David Rudolph - 2023/2024

Dr. David Rudolph is a distinguished professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences and a scientific authority in groundwater research, monitoring and management. Over the last few decades, he has contributed to elevating the University’s standing in water resources research.

Throughout his impressive career at Waterloo, Dr. Rudolph has trained a cohort of six postdoctoral scholars, 18 PhD students and an astounding 65 master’s students, leaving an enduring footprint in hydrogeology. His students’ collective impact in academia, consulting and in government extends far beyond Canada’s borders, where, as groundwater experts, they continue to develop and influence sustainable groundwater practices, improving lives worldwide.  

Dr. Rudolph’s holistic supervisory approach emphasizes both scientific excellence and personal growth. Alumni and colleagues praise his mentorship and recognize it as more than the sum of its parts. Dr. Rudolph is a gifted researcher and an exceptional supervisor, and it is no surprise that he is a cherished favorite among students in the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences. Dr. Rudolph embodies supervisory excellence and has contributed immensely to shaping both the academic and professional landscapes in hydrogeology and water resources in Canada and abroad.