New Beginnings at the University of Vermont

I'm excited to announce that I've begun a new role as Assistant at the University of Vermont's Rubenstein School of Environment and Natural Resources! My research lab will focus on partnering with Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities to create a global collective centered on traditional ecological knowledge, with the of informing policies and practices that address critical issues environmental issues. I'm deeply thankful to my mentors,,friends, and family for their steadfast support during this journey. I look forward to engaging with the wonderful University of Vermont community and discovering potential collaboration opportunities. If you’d like to learn more about my work, feel free to reach out!

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign (Dec 2024)

In the first week of December 2024, I had the pleasure of visiting the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where I delivered a talk at the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences on Indigenous perspectives regarding human-wildlife coexistence. I encountered incredible researchers and individuals during my visit. It was my first experience in the Midwest, and I thoroughly enjoyed engaging with both faculty and students. A special thank you to Joy O'Keefe for the invitation and warm hospitality. If you're passionate about bats and conservation, I recommend exploring her impressive work. I also want to express my gratitude the fantastic NRES team: Robert Lee Schooley, Michael Patrick Ward, McKenzie Johnson, Van Doren, Dana Green, Lisa Kelly, Josephine Hoppenworth, and Piyumi Liyanage. Here are some photos from my visit!