Structural geologist, FAA certified drone pilot, and graduate student at Rice University. I am on track to finish my M.S. thesis by fall 2023 and am open to work opportunities. Seeking work opportunities that complement my academic responsibilities and long-term career goals.

Education

M.S. 2023 (expected) Geology Rice University Houston, Tx

B.S. 2021 Geology Georgia Southern University Statesboro, Ga

A.S. 2017 Human Behavior City College of San Francisco San Francisco, Ca

Work Experience

Piedmont Lithium (Contract)

Bessemer City, NC (Summer 2021)

· 3 weeks on one week off schedule on an exploration and infill drilling program.

· Daily tasks included core logging, field mapping, soil sampling, and daily drill rig operations.

· A report of this work experience can be accessed here.

Research Experience

Georgia Southern University

Appling, Ga (Fall 2020)

· 3 weekends of reconnaissance mapping and sample collection of variably mylonitic gneiss sheets in the Modoc zone of the southern Appalachians.

· Detailed structural analysis of gneiss sheets and investigating the deformation history of the Modoc shear zone.

· Worked with my thesis advisor for the duration of fieldwork.

· A report of this work can be accessed here.

Milledgeville, Ga (Summer 2019)

· One weekend of reconnaissance mapping and sample collection of amphibolite and feldspathic gneiss.

· Worked with undergraduate researcher and my thesis advisor for the duration of fieldwork.

Research Interest

· Penetrative strain and the geometry, mechanics, and kinematics involved with strain and stress.

· Structural controls and their effects on mineralization and ore deposits.

· Using geophysical techniques to analyze the subsurface.

· Structural analysis of mid-crustal processes.

Computer and Analytical Skills

ArcGIS/Map info- Intermediate

Spanish- Basic

Presentation software- Intermediate

Office suites- Expert

Communication tools- Intermediate

MatLab- Basis

Adobe Illustrator- Intermediate

Professional Memberships

Geological Society of America

Association of Institutional Professional Geologists

Leadership Roles

Geology and Geography Club- President (2020-2021)

· Organize meetings and fundraisers

· Creating innovative ways to virtually interact with our members.

· Schedule weekly meetings and collaborate with faculty to give talks to our members.

Georgia Southern Football Team- Senior Captain/Leadership Council (2019-2020)

· Creating innovative ways to boost team morale and performance

· Mentoring freshmen in my position group

Sparks Community New Day- Site manager (2017-2021)

· Providing home healthcare to young adults (age 18-21) with mental disabilities.

· Keeping logs of medical records, behavioral changes, and managing patients' finances.

American Institute of Professional Geologists (school chapter)- Secretary (2020-2021)

· Keeping records of meetings and chapter activities

Campus Involvement

Georgia Southern University Football Team

Geology and Geography Club

American Institute of Professional Geologist

Sustainability Club

Relevant Undergraduate Coursework

Structural Geology

Economic Mineralogy

Senior Thesis 1

Physics 2

Sedimentology and Stratigraphy

Petrology and Petrography

Introduction to Research

Mineralogy

Field Methods

Principle of Chemistry 2

Concepts of Biology

General Historical Geology

General Physical Geology

Principles of Physics 1

Principles of Chemistry 1

Intro to Physical Science

Environmental Biology

Sustainability & Society

Calculus 1

Calculus for Mgnt, Life & Social