Welcome!
I am a Ph.D. Candidate and Graduate Research Assistant studying contaminants of emerging concern at Clemson University
About Me
RESEARCH
My research focuses on the sources, transport, and fate of contaminants of emerging concern (namely microplastics, herbicides, and pharmaceuticals) in water systems. I completed undergraduate and graduate level research in the Judd Aquatics lab at Eastern Michigan University for four years. My M.S. thesis research focused on quantifying the non-point sources of microplastics in the Huron River, as well as how microplastics and pharmaceuticals impact filter feeding organisms. Currently, I am studying coastal water quality at Clemson University with Dr. Stefanie Whitmire. Read more about my current research here!
TEACHING
I worked as a graduate teaching assistant for an introductory biology course (BIO 111) at EMU for two years. Additionally, I mentored multiple undergraduate and high school students. I have a strong passion for mentoring and teaching students, and would like to become a professor after attaining my PhD.
OUTREACH
I am passionate about working with communities to not only share my work, but also to learn about community concerns to focus research efforts. As a scientist, I feel that it is our job to not only conduct meaningful research, but also to share it with the public.