Dr. Roy Torley - Gentleman Scientist
Roy Torley has an extensive science background including study of volcanoes, Oregon geology and geophysics. He has a Ph.D. in geology from the University of Oregon, and was instrumental in developing the first wind-energy technology program on the west coast at Columbia Gorge Community College in the The Dalles. Roy’s other activities include tutoring, web design and programming, as well as musical performances on the Ukrainian bandura and Russian balalaika!
Dr. Torley shares his eclectic knowledge of science in a series of PowerPoint presentations:
1. Oregon Geology – “What’s in Your Backyard?”
2. Volcanoes – “The Volcanoes in Our Front and Back Yards”
3. Crystals – “Crystals and Crystallography”
4. Wind Energy Technology – “The Raising of the Biglow Canyon Wind Farm”
5. Clouds – “Do You Have Your Head in a Cloud?”
6. Oceans – “Wet and Wild”
7. Halos and Rainbows – “Halos Aren’t Just for Angels!”
8. Northern Lights – “What Are They and What Do We Know?”
9. Orchids – “Meet the Most Amazing Flowers on the Face of the Earth”
Invite Dr. Roy Torley to give one of his presentations at your facility or
event in the Portland/Vancouver areas!
**Presentations run at least 45 minutes; Facilities are requested to
provide use of a computer and projector.
Phone: (503) 666-4795
Email: [email protected]
Praise for Dr. Roy Torley:
“Roy Torley gave an amazing presentation at Van Mall retirement. We are looking forward to having him again in 2014.” Destiny W., Van Mall Retirement
“I just wanted to give you some positive feedback about Dr. Roy Torley. I saw him featured on your website, and brought him in to The Quarry today to give a presentation on “Volcanoes in Your Backyard”. It was fascinating! He did such a great job presenting to the residents. His voice was clear and good toned, his slide photos were interesting, and his talk was accessible for everyone and very interesting! I’m booking him right away for his talk on Irises! ” Laura M., The Quarry Senior Living
“He is really a grand fellow. Very informative, with a wide range of knowledge and easy to understand — laced with humor and wit! He is also a very talented musician playing the Ukrainian bandura, very beautiful mystical sound, and the Russian balalaika. Roy’s wife Joan sings (and is very knowledgeable on) Ukrainian folk songs, Transylvanian-Hungarian vocal music and other things. They have my FULL recommendation!” Deanna D., Activity Director, Parkview Retirement, Portland
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