My interests lie at the intersection of many fields— geology, biology, paleontology, microbiology, geochemistry. I had a fantastic undergraduate experience at WKU studying volcanoes and meteorites. At the University of Kansas, I studied paleoarachnology (fossil spiders) and taphonomy (how things become fossils). I also worked on modern spiders!

I grew up in Southcentral Kentucky. My interest in the geosciences started with collecting rocks and exploring caves. I also participated in the Kentucky Governor’s Scholar Program at Centre College, and later was the Recycling Coordinator at Southcentral Kentucky Community & Technical College. 

I joined Centre College in 2023 as the Assistant Director of the Center for Teaching and Learning. I moved over to a full-time faculty position in August of 2025 as an Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies.  Previously, at the University of Kansas, I was the Assistant Director of the Center for Undergraduate Research where I supported faculty and staff in their roles as research mentors, helped instructors incorporate research into their courses, and supported students across all disciplines in their undergraduate research projects. 

Sandstone outcrop near Bowling Green, KY.

Dog Slaughter Falls, Daniel Boone National Forest, KY