I am a versatile interdisciplinary professional and academic. I began both my professional and academic careers in the field of geology, obtaining an MSc in mineralogy and subsequently working as an environmental scientist for SNC Lavalin. My PhD, however, saw me transition into the humanities. My dissertation in cultural geography integrated my knowledge of rocks and minerals with a curiosity about humanity’s complex relationships with rocks and minerals. Recently, I worked for the Tr’ondek Hwech’in First Nation Government where I straddled the world of science and social science while supporting the integration of land-based values into policies and procedures.
I became an Assistant Teaching Professor at Thompson Rivers University in the Environment, Culture and Society Department in July, 2022. I am passionate about teaching, co-learning, and integrating community engagement into my courses.
