"Determining P-T paths and relative timing of metamorphism based on mineral textures and pseudosection analyses in Small Point, Maine" · Worked closely with three peers to map faulting, folding, stratigraphy, and bedding at a 1:4,500 scale · Determined the metamorphic zonation of study area based on mineral assemblages · Presented monthly slide shows to the Bates community on research progress and findings · Identified the presence of a previously unpublished metamorphic boundary at Small Point · Currently constructing final publishable report of all results and geologic interpretations

· Tutored geology and organic chemistry students in key course concepts · Assisted faculty members in organizing and preparing for laboratory meetings and field experiments · Aided introductory level geology students in adapting proper laboratory and field methods · Hosted review sessions for students to work through problems and seek help outside of the classroom

· Worked one-on-one with introductory geology students to instill proper science writing techniques · Held workshops for students on proper language and formatting for laboratory reports · Worked as a resource for peers in data presentation and communication in oral and written reports

"The importance of Zostera marina to a local food web based on the analysis of compound specific isotopes in Maquiot Bay, Maine" · Analyzed both bulk C and N stable isotopes and compound specific amino acid stable isotopes · Used problem solving skills to adapt an efficient laboratory method for analysis · Maintained and used GC-FID to determine amino acid concentrations · Organized and quantified large datasets into manageable Excel spreadsheets · Discovered that Z. marina is an insignificant dietary carbon source for many estuarine species