EDUCATION:

8/01- 2007 University of Arizona, Tucson, AZ. PhD student in Hydrology and Water Resources.
8/98-6/00 Stanford University, Stanford, CA. M.S. in Environmental Engineering and Science.
9/94-6/98 Stanford University, Stanford, CA. B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering.

EXPERIENCE:

1/03-present Graduate Research Assistant, Department of Hydrology and Water Resources, University of Arizona. Conducted literature review on hydrologic effects of fire and aided in developing research funding proposal entitled “Wildfires in Arizona: Soil physical changes and their effect on the spatial distribution of infiltration and runoff generation.” Collected soil physical data on various pre- and post-fire sites using a newly designed air permeameter in conjuction with doctoral research work.

5/04-present President, Hydrology and Water Resources Student Association (HWRSA), University of Arizona. Prepare and plan annual student research symposium, El Dia del Agua, provide a supportive academic environment for graduate students studying hydrology, fundraise for student group fund through department t-shirt sale, prepare and support weekly department research seminars, update website, provide support for prospective students, and provide leadership in issues applicable to HWRSA.

8/02-present Graduate Teaching Assistant, HWR 201 Water Science and the Environment, Department of Hydrology and Water Resources, University of Arizona. Assist in the undergraduate course for non-science majors by leading lab sections, field trips, and demonstrations, grading problem sets and exams, assisting Dr. Robert Clark in lecture, and maintaining office hours.

1/02-5/02 Graduate Assistant, Sustainability of Semi-Arid Hydrology and Riparian Areas, Department of Hydrology and Water Resources, University of Arizona. Worked with the Education Outreach of SAHRA with programs such as GLOBE (Global Learning and Observations to Benefit the Environment) and presented at the K-12 Native American Science and Mathematics Conference. Traveled to local Native American Reservation to present on the topic of hydrology. Worked on recruiting Native American college students to the Department of Hydrology and Water Resources.

6/02-8/02 Research Intern, Department of Water Resources, Navajo Nation, Window Rock, Arizona. Quality assurance and database entry of static water level data for various aquifers, review and analyze pump test data using AquiferTest, compile Coconino Aquifer spring flow measurements from publications, design Springs Database, create and document new field names for Springs Database, became familiarized with Coconino Aquifer model developed by HDR Inc, delineated, digitized hydrogeologic map of the Navajo Nation, and reviewed and evaluated proposal for new well sites in school construction.

9/00-9/01 Miss Navajo Nation 2000-2001, Office of the President, Navajo Nation Government, Window Rock, AZ. Serve as an ambassador for the Navajo Nation and travel abroad to represent the Navajo People. Work on various community projects dealing with diabetes, AIDS, gang violence, environmental issues, etc. Travel to schools across the Navajo Nation and speak on the importance of preserving the Navajo language, culture, and traditions.

7/99-8/99 Environmental Engineering Intern, Environmental Protection Agency Washington D.C. Researched on various strategies in incorporating cultural values and impacts into a prioritization setting for Superfund Sites.

9/98-6/00 Research Assistant, Stanford Environmental Engineering Dept. Interview subjects for human exposure to chemical pesticides research. Videotape children subjects in research and translate to numerical quantities of exposure using computer software. Wrote protocols for research processes.

6/98-9/98 Environmental Engineering Intern, HDR Engineering, Phoenix, Az. Simulated watershed models using HEC1. Used computer program, Microstation and Inroads to develop models of detention basin. Used Microsoft Project Schedule to outlay major events for Rawhide Wash Detention Basin Project.

6/97-12/98 Stanford Undergraduate Research Fellow, Stanford Civil Engineering. Conducted literature review on environmental impacts on tribal lands. Mentored by professor and Ph.D. student to conduct independent research and water quality analysis using computer modeling on groundwater contaminated by uranium mining on the Navajo Reservation.

9/95-6/98 Financial Coordinator, American Indian Program. Provide training to treasurers. Maintained daily and yearly records of university accounts including completing deposits and expenses.

9/96-6/97 Financial Advisor/Treasurer, American Indian Science and Engineering Society. Maintained accounts, created/prepared budget and yearly report and assisted with financial matters for all major events such as corporate sponsorship.

9/96-6/97 Board Member, Stanford Engineering Association. Reviewed proposals, coordinated activities (i.e. Engineering Design Competition and scientific presentations) and organized monthly meetings for various Engineering student groups at Stanford.

9/95-6/96 Co-President, American Indian Science and Engineering Society, Stanford University Chapter. Facilitated meetings and organized various events which actively promoted and encouraged Native American students in the fields of engineering and science.

9/95-9/96 Undergraduate Research Opportunities Fellow, Stanford University. Conducted independent research of environmental effects (i.e. availability and quality of water) due to coal mining on the Navajo Reservation and targeted communities.

9/95 Sophomore College Participant, Stanford University. Participated in a selective research program mentored by faculty and staff in Geological Environmental Studies and studied groundwater and surface water movement in the Shasta Mountain, California watershed.

HONORS:

• 2004 University of Arizona Outstanding Teaching Assistant Nominee
• 2004 Stanford University Minority Alumni Task Force Featured Alumni
• 2003 University of Arizona Centennial Award for Doctoral Students
• 2003 Arizona Hydrological Society Scholar
• 2003 American Indian Graduate Center Scholar
• 2001 American Indian Services Scholar
• 2000 National Science Foundation Doctoral Fellowship Award
• 1998 & 2003 AISES EPA Tribal Lands Scholar
• 1996-97 Stanford Engineering Association Board Member
• 1996 General Motors Academic Scholar
• 1996 Navajo Communications Academic Scholar
• 1995 Sophomore Scholar (Engineering Dept.)
• 1994 Chief Manuelito Navajo Scholar
• 1994 AISES Santa Fe Pacific Foundation Scholar

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Microsoft Word, Excel, Engineering Equation Solver, Backwater Open Channel Flow Program, Hydraql Water Quality Computer Program, Javascript, Matlab, Programming in C, HEC1, Autocad, MODFLOW, and Geographic Information System.

PROFESSIONAL SOCIETIES: American Indian Science and Engineering Society, Society for the Advancement of Chicanos and Native Americans, American Society of Agronomy, Soil Science of America, Crop Science Society of America, Arizona Hydrological Society, American Geophysical Union, Geological Society of America, Engineers without Borders-USA, and University of Arizona Hydrology & Water Resources Student Association.