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Richmond, California, United States

Richmond, California, United States

- Developed a geospatial analysis workflow using Python and ArcGIS Pro to incorporate flood mitigation into conservation planning in the central Chesapeake Bay Watershed; created maps of the distribution of flood risk mitigating lands. - Used ArcGIS Pro, Python, and QGIS to compile and prepare spatial data on soils, hydrologic features, land use and built infrastructure to run an InVEST ecosystem service model. - Collaborated with a team of three other students to compile… Show more - Developed a geospatial analysis workflow using Python and ArcGIS Pro to incorporate flood mitigation into conservation planning in the central Chesapeake Bay Watershed; created maps of the distribution of flood risk mitigating lands. - Used ArcGIS Pro, Python, and QGIS to compile and prepare spatial data on soils, hydrologic features, land use and built infrastructure to run an InVEST ecosystem service model. - Collaborated with a team of three other students to compile analyses, methods, and results into set of policy memos to inform planning for ecosystem services in the central Chesapeake Bay Watershed. Show less

- Compiled and filtered large datasets using R and Python to build a North Carolina statewide housing database from county tax parcel data.- Used ArcGIS Online tools to built a web application and ArcGIS Hub website to support publication of the statewide housing database.

Durham, North Carolina, United States

- Drafted up-to-date policy memos – based on comprehensive literature reviews – on the air pollution, water quality impacts, and environmental justice implications of Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations.- Wrote memos placing relevant science in the context of rapidly developing legal and policy strategies involving the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and Clean Water Act (CWA).- Created a StoryMap in ArcGIS Online which chronicles environmental justice and… Show more - Drafted up-to-date policy memos – based on comprehensive literature reviews – on the air pollution, water quality impacts, and environmental justice implications of Concentrated Animal Feeding Operations.- Wrote memos placing relevant science in the context of rapidly developing legal and policy strategies involving the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) and Clean Water Act (CWA).- Created a StoryMap in ArcGIS Online which chronicles environmental justice and pollution concerns in a rural North Carolina community. The Story was used to promote clean-up efforts and spur state action at the polluted site. - Ran meetings with clients from a variety of legal and environmental non-profits; Advised clients on work products ranging from policy memos to maps and databases.- Produced policy-relevant maps in ArcGIS Pro on short timelines. Maps were used for communication to lawmakers and the general public. Show less

Durham, North Carolina, United States

- Created a series of ESRI StoryMaps using ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Pro which communicated the distribution of multiple ecosystem services across the Southeastern United States, with a particular focus on carbon storage and climate resiliency. Work resulted in a collection of four published StoryMaps, viewable at: https://arcg.is/1jW95P- Created graphs and figures from climate and carbon data using R; graphs were used to communicate key environmental information to StoryMap… Show more - Created a series of ESRI StoryMaps using ArcGIS Online and ArcGIS Pro which communicated the distribution of multiple ecosystem services across the Southeastern United States, with a particular focus on carbon storage and climate resiliency. Work resulted in a collection of four published StoryMaps, viewable at: https://arcg.is/1jW95P- Created graphs and figures from climate and carbon data using R; graphs were used to communicate key environmental information to StoryMap audience.- Managed and prepared environmental datasets with metadata for publication on online platforms. Show less

Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

- Acquired, managed and analyzed large datasets related to nutrient management policy, agricultural land cover, farmer behavior and participation in conservation programs within the Mississippi River Basin.- Utilized ArcGIS Pro to run geospatial analyses of socio-ecological datasets and create visualizations of trends in priority watersheds.

Asheville, North Carolina

- Prepared comprehensive conservation easement baseline documentation reports and land management plans, written to Land Trust Alliance standards, for priority conservation lands throughout Western North Carolina. - Conducted over 160 annual in-field assessments of 90+ conservation properties; Collected pertinent data on water quality, natural communities, and land use during field visits; Made land management decisions based on collected data. - Created clear and readable maps… Show more - Prepared comprehensive conservation easement baseline documentation reports and land management plans, written to Land Trust Alliance standards, for priority conservation lands throughout Western North Carolina. - Conducted over 160 annual in-field assessments of 90+ conservation properties; Collected pertinent data on water quality, natural communities, and land use during field visits; Made land management decisions based on collected data. - Created clear and readable maps in GIS for land management plans, baseline documentation, and distribution to federal, state, and local partner organizations. - Assisted with outreach and data analysis for SAHC’s climate change prioritization GIS modeling. Project resulted in a list of priority properties to guide the next 5-6 years of SAHC’s conservation work. - Organized and led outreach events including volunteer workdays and bird walks. - Delivered public presentations to community groups on behalf of SAHC, covering topics such as long-term conservation planning and conservation easements.- Assisted with annual avian surveys for Golden-Winged Warbler on conservation lands across the Southern Appalachian range; used data collected during surveys to inform land management. Show less

Eugene, Or

- Developed curriculum plans for two-week summer camps geared towards 7th - 8th grade girls with interests in science careers.- Led lessons in computer science, coding, and physics for classes of 15 – 20 middle school girls.- Supervised 3 summer interns who assisted instructors in the classroom.

Eugene, Or

- Researched microbial communities in maize seeds using data from a local citizen science project with farmers and seed savers.- Interviewed landowners from across the United States; transcribed and processed data from interviews using R / RStudio.- Developed skills in qPCR, culturing microbial isolates, and data analysis with the programming platforms R / RStudio.- Earned research grant, culminating in an honors thesis presented to faculty in Biology and Ecology departments.

Eugene, Or

- Co-taught 3 weekly classes of 20-25 undergraduate students; organized hands-on lab activities in ecology and evolution; coached students one-on-one prior to major exams.- Prepared and delivered lectures on topics including basic genetics, ecology, and plant biology.

Eugene, Or

- Drafted up-to-date scientific reports, based on a comprehensive literature review, for use in international legal cases on environmental degradation, pollution, and community health.

Eugene, Oregon Area

- Compiled data on migratory bird populations in Eugene, Oregon. - Wrote columns on local conservation issues for the Lane County Audubon newsletter. - Engaged community in avian ecology through local birdwatching and event tabling.

Masters Of Environmental Management, Ecosystem Science And Conservation

Activities and Societies: Student Association for Geospatial Analysis (SAGA), Nicholas Queer Network (NQN), Environmental Justice Network

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Biology, Environmental Science

Activities and Societies: Robert D. Clark Honors College, Wayne Morse Scholars, Phi Beta Kappa, UO Climbing Team