Members

Dr. Jae Ryu, PhD, PE, is an associate professor of water resources engineering at the University of Idaho (UI).

He received his Ph.D. in 2006 from civil and environmental engineering department at the University of Washington.

Since he joined UI as a faculty member, he also worked at the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA) to advance his research program using the fast-moving technology, such as Unmanned Aerial System (UAS, also known as drone).

He is the founder of Idaho Drone League (iDrone) to stimulate Idaho youth (6^th – 12^th grade students) by learning basic concepts in automatic control, robotics and UAS system. Dr. Ryu hosts iDrone Summer Camp (iDrone Camp) to catalyze a hands-on STEM-based learning across Idaho and beyond.

Riveraine Walters is an interdisciplinary PhD candidate in the Water Resources Program at the University of Idaho.

Riveraine Walters is an interdisciplinary PhD candidate in the Water Resources Program at the University of Idaho with strong backgrounds in both engineering and social science. Her dissertation work applies a systems thinking and contextual engineering toward developing meaningful, equitable, and flexible climate and globalization adaptation strategies for rural communities.

Riveraine has participated in many STEM and environmental education programs over the past 18 years, including workshops, training, and course instruction for youth and adult learners.

David Hoekema is a Ph.D. Candidate in the Water Resources Program at the University of Idaho.

Since 2011, I am a civil engineer. I have both a bachelor's and master's degree in civil engineering. I received by bachelor's degree in civil engineering from the University of Idaho in 2002 and a master's degree from Boise State University in May 2011. My research focuses on reservoir operations modeling, impacts of climate and water conservation on the water budget within basins. My current research is focused on how climatic variability impacted water resource development in the East Snake Plain from 1870-1928 and how water supply forecasts and market price of crops impacts water supply. I am also a current participant on the East Snake Plain Hydrologic Modeling Committee. When not conducting research, I enjoy participating in engineering outreach activities with youth, coaching, and spending time with my family.

Laura McSherry is a Master Student in the Water Resources Program at the University of Idaho.

Laura McSherry is currently pursuing a Master of Science in the Water Resources Program at the University of Idaho. She is interested in utilizing Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) technology, field observations, and human activity to better understand vulnerable water systems.

Laura has actively participated in environmental education and outreach programs to promote community awareness and stewardship of natural resources.