Cam's Field Notes
The 2nd Annual 40 Under 40 Alumni Awards at Salem State University
I am thrilled and honored to share that I have been selected as one of this year's 40 Under 40 award recipients by Salem State University!
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I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Salem State University for recognizing my achievements and contributions. It is truly humbling to be acknowledged alongside such remarkable individuals who are making a positive impact in their professions and communities.
This award is not just a reflection of my personal accomplishments, but also a testament to the support and guidance I have received throughout my journey. I am grateful to my family, mentors, and friends who have been with me every step of the way.
Salem State University holds a special place in my heart as it provided me with an exceptional education and a nurturing environment to grow both academically and personally. The university's commitment to excellence and student engagement has shaped me into the person I am today.
I am excited to join the esteemed group of 40 Under 40 recipients and look forward to continuing my efforts in making a difference in my profession and community. Thank you again, Salem State University, for this incredible honor.
Cameron Morissette '11, B.S. Geological Science
Senior Project Geologist - Current Role
“Salem State’s Geological Sciences Department changed the way I look at our planet. I owe my career to those early days when my professors showed me how the Earth functions. I fell in love with the environment.”
Cameron Morissette ’11 was a fast riser starting with his undergraduate work at Salem State University. As a student he assisted Dr. Brad Hubeny in the geological sciences department, with fieldwork and research, and they co-authored a research paper together in 2011. Cameron was one of the first students to receive research grant monies at SSU.
“I was never a perfect student, but the professors supported, encouraged, and invested in me. Any success I’ve had stems from the fantastic teachers in the Geology Department.”
After graduation, Cameron earned a full scholarship to the University of Rhode Island Graduate School of Oceanography. His work as a research assistant led him to seek a position in which he could use his geological sciences background for renewable energy projects.
Cameron obtained his master’s degree in 2014 and began working in the offshore surveying field, spending years in Africa, Honduras and across the U.S. mapping the ocean floor for wind energy and other infrastructure projects.
Since 2017, Cameron has been working with Mott MacDonald, a global engineering firm. He specializes in environmental impact assessments for renewable energy projects and is a key team member on several wind energy projects in the USA. He holds a Professional Geologist license in New York and a Certified Hazardous Materials Manager credential. In 2021, Cameron was made an Associate at Mott MacDonald.