Writing Portfolio

As a science communicator, it’s my goal to make scientific research and natural resource issues more accessible to the people they affect.

Some of my favorites

  • Montana Researcher Reflects on 30 Years of Wolves in Yellowstone

    This article explores the critical role wolves play in Yellowstone National Park's ecosystem, highlighting the research efforts of the Yellowstone Wolf Project and the University of Montana. The story received broad attention, with placements in regional media outlets and national exposure through MSN News.

  • Your Friend, Wildfire

    This children’s book was developed as my final capstone project at the University of Montana. In it, Griz and Koala write letters to each other in which they discuss the different ways that fire has shaped their respective landscapes. It was awarded one of the best presentations at the University of Montana Conference for Undergraduate Research.

  • Tiny Birds, Big Warnings: Songbirds Reveal Secrets of Long-term Mining Impacts

    By tracking heavy metal contaminants in songbird nestlings, UM grad student research sheds light on ecosystem recovery and guides future conservation efforts. I worked closely with a photographer and videographer to craft this multimedia story.