Teaching
I teach courses in ecology and conservation.
Courses I teach
EBIO 2040: Principles of Ecology
Fall semesters. This class has great material and excellent students.
Climate change, human population growth, fires in California and the PNW, Australia, Europe, and Siberia, the coronavirus pandemic, invasive species, food and water security, and emerging diseases are all determined by the principles of ecology. Humans have had a huge impact on our planet. Our activities have transformed nearly half of the Earth’s surface and changed the composition of the atmosphere. In this course, we will explore the incredible diversity of life around us, how this life interacts, and how interactions between organisms and the environment influence growth, survival, and the formation of diverse ecological communities. Critically, Earth's ecological systems both impact and are impacted by climate change.
I prioritize creating an inclusive learning environment where everyone can be their full and best selves as they learn. I strongly believe that all students are capable of success and prioritize supporting students’ growth as scientists.
EBIO 4460: Ecology on a Human-Impacted Planet
Spring semesters. Students conduct independent semester-long literature or data-focused research on a chosen topic of interest about human impacts on biodiversity (e.g., climate change, habitat fragmentation). The focus of the class is to learn how to do research in a collaborative, supportive, fun environment.
