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Undergraduate Researchers 2011-2012

 

 

 

Katie Abele

I am a senior currently working on a BS degree in Ecology and Evolution, a BA degree in French Language and Literature, and a Chemistry minor. I started working in Dr. Kalisz’s lab earlier this year and so far it’s been great! After graduation I plan on taking some time off to volunteer either with the Peace Corps or Teach for America before continuing on with my education in grad school. In my spare time I like to hike, bike, and travel to new places.

 

 

 

 

Will Benham

I am a Biological Sciences major with a minor in chemistry. I began working in the Kalisz lab in the spring semester of 2011 after volunteering for a few weeks in the fall semester of 2010. After graduation I plan on going to medical school and becoming a dermatologist although I am still keeping my options open.

 

 

 

Rebecca Callodonato

I am currently pursuing a Biological Sciences B.S., chemistry minor, and a certificate in American Sign Language. I began in the Kalisz lab spring semester of 2011. In addition to the Trillium Trail study, I have worked with Rachel Spigler on her C.verna autoplast project. I enjoy knitting and playing my Great Pyrenees dog. After graduation I would like to further my education in medical school studying to become a physiatrist (Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.)

 

 

 

 

Keith Garmire

I am a senior majoring in Ecology and Evolution, and this is my first semester with the Kalisz lab. I am currently participating in an independent study researching species distribution of Collinsia flowers as a part of my certification in the Geographical Information System (GIS) program. I also help maintain some of the other projects’ plants as an employee in the university’s plant growth facilities. After graduation, I intend to seek employment in a national or state park to help preserve and understand our nation’s unique ecosystems.

 

 

Brian Keil

I am an Ecology and Evolution major with a minor in chemistry. Currently, I am conducting an independent research project in the Kalisz lab in coordination with the National Aviary. The goal of the project is to determine how the Louisiana Waterthrush can act as a bio indicator for stream quality. I enjoy spending time outside and rock climbing whenever I can. After graduation I plan on finding a job for a couple years then going to grad school to further my education.

 

 

 

 

Ashley O'Connor

I am a sophomore currently pursuing a Biological Sciences B.S., Chemistry minor, and a Certificate in Public and Professional Writing. I began working in the Kalisz lab in the spring of 2012. After graduation I plan on starting a career in research and then furthering my education by attending grad school.

 

 

 

 

Katy Stark

I am currently pursuing a degree in Biological Sciences with a minor in Chemistry. I began working in the Kalisz lab in the fall of 2011. I am interested in conservation biology, and hope to work in wildlife research upon graduation.

 

 

 

 

 

Tyler Stipcak

I am a senior Ecology and Evolution major with a minor in chemistry. I started working for the Kalisz lab in the summer of 2011, aiding with the Trillium Trail project. I am currently working on an independent research project studying the effects of deer herbivory on woody species diversity at Trillium Trail. After graduation I plan on starting a career in the field of wildlife management.