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About Me
I’m a nontraditional geology student whose path into Earth science has been shaped by fieldwork, environmental work, research, and a long-standing interest in dynamic landscapes and how environmental systems evolve through time. My work spans geology, GIS, wetland systems, landscape dynamics, and historical environmental reconstruction, with growing interests in geomorphology, science communication, and public understanding.
Beyond coursework and research, I continue building experience through fieldwork, writing, and preparation for graduate study. I am especially interested in Great Lakes geomorphology, landscape history, and human impacts across coastal and wetland systems.
Research Interests & Professional Focus
• GIS and geospatial analysis
• Coastal wetland geomorphology
• Landscape dynamics and historical environmental reconstruction
• Environmental change through time
• Great Lakes geomorphology and coastal systems
• Graduate research and interdisciplinary collaboration
Education
Indiana University Northwest
• B.S. Geology
• GIS Certificate
Ivy Tech Community College
• A.S. Chemistry
• A.S. Biology
• A.S. Liberal Arts
University of Phoenix- Hawai’i
• B.S. Business with a focus
in Environmental Sustainability
Research Experience
Current Research
Environmental impact and landscape reconstruction along the Borman Expressway corridor using GIS and historical aerial imagery.
USGS Great Lakes Science Center
Ecological fieldwork and environmental monitoring.
AmeriCorps / Restoration Work (USFWS, NPS)
Wetland and environmental field experience
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Honors & Memberships
• The Society of Sigma Gamma Epsilon
• Geological Society of America (GSA)
• Association of Environmental & Engineering
Geologists (AEG)
• AmeriCorps Alums
• Student Conservation Association Alums
• Outstanding Geology Senior
• Urban League of Northwest Indiana Award
• Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society
• All- Indiana Academic Team
• Lakshmi Raman Award
• Sue Jackson Award