Dr. Qiang Yao

I am deeply committed to broadening participation in geosciences through inclusive mentorship and community engagement. My involvement with LSU EnvironMentors, a program that connects university researchers with high school students from underrepresented communities to conduct hands-on environmental projects, reflects my belief that access and mentorship are essential to diversifying STEM. Guided by these same values, I plan to continue building outreach opportunities at Auburn University by mentoring students from diverse backgrounds and developing research experiences that help the next generation of scientists address environmental challenges in their own communities.