My name is Kait (she/her), and I am an ecologist and educator.

I am currently a lecturer in the Odum School of Ecology at the University of Georgia where I develop and teach courses that train students in data literacy through the lens of ecological principles and practices. You can learn more about my courses by visiting the Teaching tab.

I also serve as the UGA Director of Domestic Field Study. Domestic Field Study (DFS) programs integrate place-based, active, and experiential learning through site-specific learning opportunities throughout the United States. These faculty-led, course-based programs provide immersive, off-campus learning experiences for students across UGA. As Director, I support current program directors and facilitate the development of new study away programs within the US to expand opportunities for UGA students to engage deeply with place-based learning.

My research background is in freshwater ecosystem ecology. I earned my Ph.D. in Ecology from the University of Georgia and completed a postdoc at Virginia Tech, where I worked on lake modeling and developing teaching modules to bring “big data” concepts into undergraduate ecology classes. To learn about my previous research and view associated products, please visit my Research and Publications pages.

Site last updated: 3 October 2023

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