Making paleontology
welcoming for everyone.
DEEP Awards, Paleontological Society
For 3–4 years of my Ph.D. career, I volunteered in multiple positions with the Paleontological Society. I created the DEEP Awards to recognize students and early-career members for enhancing the experiences of people who engage in paleontology and making paleontological information more accessible. The award ceremony had over 100 attendees, a real testament to how much the Society cares about inclusion.
Stanford S.U.R.G.E. Mentorship
Stanford's SURGE program supports undergraduate students who might not otherwise have the opportunity to conduct research. In 2022, I mentored two undergraduate students and helped with mentoring a BioX intern and 4 high school interns at the Payne lab.
Recognition
Stanford Centennial Teaching Assistant Award (2025). Association of Women Geoscientists & PaleoSociety Winifred Goldring Award for Excellence in Paleontology PhD work (2025). Harriet Benson Research Fellowship Award.
Pokémon-Inspired Evolution Event · Virginia Tech
At Virginia Tech I'm co-creating a Pokémon-inspired evolution event with students and the Cosplay For Science creators, taking place at the Virginia Tech Museum of Geosciences. I'm drawing all the designs and logos, and will run a marine-themed station teaching kids about the trophic pyramid while dressed as a Gym Leader!
