I’ve always had a passion for science and nature. When I was 6 years old my mom brought home a book called “The Tree in the Ancient Forest.” Inside was a note from the illustrator telling me to follow my love of nature. I’ve been doing that ever since. It’s been a twisting road that included two changes in major, multiple research topics, world travel, a couple of injuries, and, finally, a B.S. and PhD in Biology from the Georgia Institute of Technology.
I began exploring science communication and education while pursuing my PhD. I wrote guest blog posts and developed activities for local K-5 schools early on. I also worked as a Teaching Assistant for many classes – including some in Australia and New Zealand! After graduation, I followed my passion for science communication and education. I worked as a Visiting Assistant Professor at Oglethorpe University before moving into a position as a Lecturer at Spelman College.
My research background is in ecology, and I studied how climate change is affecting marine ecosystems during my PhD. This research combined my two passions: science and sustainability/conservation. Today I develop science content through a range of mediums discussing these topics. I teach courses focused on ecology, marine ecosystems, and global change where students learn about the topics while creating projects focused on building their science communication skills. I try to practice what I preach and I also spread the message of science and conservation to the broader world through classroom visits, social media, and public talks. On this website you can find links to my YouTube pages (hopefully back up and running soon!) and blog.
Whether I’m working with my students to help them write a children’s book about mangrove forests, creating a YouTube video, or helping 1st graders build a coral reef out of pipe cleaners, I’m always excited to share my passion with others. I’m excited you’re here!
Science. Put Simply. 