<aside> 👋 Highly motivated and enthusiastic emerging professional with a strong interest in interdisciplinary research and education. Proficient in various research methodologies, data analysis and report writing. Proven experience in curriculum development, teaching, and leadership. A dedicated student and researcher with the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high standards and a keen attention to detail.

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Updated: 3/21/2025

Contact

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🔗 emwalker2023

About Me!

Education

Bachelor’s of Ecosystem Science and Sustainability

Minor of Entomology

Minor of Statistics

Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO– (2021-2024)

Associates of Science

Collin College,* McKinney, TX– (2019-2021)*

Research

Entomology Intern

College of Agricultural Biology, Colorado State University (May 2024 – February 2025) PI: Ada Szczepaniec

Assisted in fieldwork, sample collection and experiment setup; Contributed to extension outreach; Performed laboratory tasks, such as sample processing, insect identification, and greenhouse maintenance.

Museum Intern/Volunteer

C.P. Gillette Museum of Arthropod Diversity (December 2022 - Present)

Began a care and curation project of the neglected termite collection, focusing on maintaining specimen preservation, developing efficient storage solution, and taxonomic organization.
Contributed to various museum projects, performing general ID and curation assisting in new species descriptions, and developed skills in high-quality insect specimen photography.

Independent Study

*College of Agricultural Biology, Colorado State University ***(January 2022 - February 2023) PI: Paul Ode **

Project: Colony care and maintenance of *Copidosoma floridanum*

Developed and refined laboratory protocols for rearing insects and host plants, operating greenhouses, and overseeing experimental treatments.

Lab Technician

*Department of Soil and Crop Sciences, Colorado State University ***(August 2021- October 2022) PI: Laura Van der Pol

Project: Enhancing soil organic matter in annual and perennial dryland grain agroecosystems

Conducted analyses of samples and maintained data records; presented research progress and contributed to lab organization.