As a poet, Kurt explores natural ambiance in free verse. As a scholar, his work explores the correlation between time spent in nature and psychological identity and how contemplative practices foster memorable, reflective learning. ("Relational Literacy," 2019; "Contemplation as Kairotic Composure," 2019). His presentations at national and regional conferences focus on correlations between gratitude, wonder, and nature-based meditation.

Kurt’s current projects include meditation videos on landscapes and a paraphrase and accompanying poetic meditations on the first book of Psalms.

He is married, has four children and two grandchildren, and spends his free time traipsing along Lake Ontario’s shoreline and preparing tea blends for friends in his studio overlooking the water.