About
MY BACKGROUND
With a passion for nature, science, and all things outdoors, I have both the skill set, real-world experience and professional background necessary to dive deep into the climate researching world. As an analytical, self-motivated individual with excellent communication skills, I envision an exciting future in the industry. Browse my site to see everything that I have to offer.
Education
WHAT I’VE LEARNED
2021 - 2022
Researcher - Weldeab Paleoclimate and Stable Isotope Lab
University of California, Santa Barbara
Honors Senior Thesis in Geochemistry and Paleoclimate: Establishing foraminiferal sodium as a proxy
for runoff-induced sea surface salinity changes.
Advising Professor: Dr. Syee Weldeab
2018 - 2022
University of California Santa Barbara - Santa Barbara, CA
Class of 2022
Bachelor of Science; Earth Science, Climate and Environment emphasis
GPA: 3.6/4.0
Awarded an Honors Senior Thesis opportunity in May 2021.
2014 - 2018
Lodi High School
Lodi, CA
Experience
WHERE I’VE WORKED
May 2023 - Present
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Post-baccalaureate Research Associate - Yale Center for Natural Carbon Capture
November 2022 - April 2023
Tasting Room Associate - Au Bon Climat
June 2021 - November 2022
Assistant General Manager - Pali Wine Company
March 2020 - June 2020
Undergraduate Teaching Assistant - Intro to Geology course at University of California, Santa Barbara
Head Professor: Dr. Zachary Eilon
September 2020 - February 2021
Sales Associate - Recreational Equipment Inc.
April 2020 - October 2020
Spaletta Law P.C. - Water Law Intern
September 2019 - February 2020
Associate - Apple Inc.
September 2018 - December 2018
Cheadle Center for Biodiversity and Ecological Restoration - Intern
December 2016 - November 2017
Vineyard Lessee and Manager - Agriculture Business Management Experience
Skills & Aptitudes
WHAT I BRING TO THE TABLE
Experimental Design
Data Analysis
Grant Writing
Knowledge of Carbon Markets
ArcGIS & QGIS
Web Dev Coding HTML, CSS, JS
Artistic and Organizational Aptitudes
Convergent and Critical Thinker
Quick Learner
Awards
WHERE I SHINE
Distinction in the Major - Department of Earth Science, UCSB
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Outstanding Academic Achievement - Department of Earth Science, UCSB
Interests
OUT OF OFFICE
Backpacking
Yoga
Adventuring
Hiking
Cycling
Painting
Surfing
Crafting