Geovisualizaton Portfolio
As an environmental geographer with a passion for the deep sea, I
believe our world's greatest mysteries are still waiting to be discovered.
Currently, I am attending the University of Colorado Colorado Springs in
pursuit of my Bachelor of Arts in Geography and Environmental Studies as
well as a certification in Geographic Information Systems. This major has
allowed me to learn about the environmental systems that make our planet
function and develop proficiencies in GIS software, such as ArcGIS and
TerrSet.Presently, I am focusing on learning coding in Python and R to
elevate my capabilities in mapping and processing GIS data. During my
college career, I have also been allowed the opportunity to attend Stony
Brook University Southampton for a semester in order to focus on ocean
studies. During this semester I assisted in the Gobler laboratory, processing
water samples to monitor harmful algal blooms. Additionally, I served as a
deckhand aboard the university’s research vessels to aid in ocean station
sampling. I believe that with the knowledge gained from these studies, in
addition to the skills developed in my major, I will be able to pursue a future
career in deep ocean mapping and conservation.
In an effort to achieve this career, I intend to start by working with
NOAA in the role of Hydrographic Survey Technician. The work happening in
NOAA’s hydrographic survey is setting the standard for what global sea floor
research should look like and their Survey Technicians are leading the data
collection for that research. While there are certain specific activities in the
role that I have not performed before, my knowledge of both fieldwork and
in-lab operations coupled with my extensive experience leading teams in the
private sector would allow me to pick up these specialties efficiently. My
passion for this field and willingness to learn more every day make me a
valuable team member and I look forward to continually uncovering the
wonderful things that our planet has to offer.
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Graphs looking at job flow out of Louisiana to other states by sector.
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