I’m an Associate Professor at the University of Maine and am also the Director of Research for the Juneau Icefield Research Program, the longest operating polar research and training program in North America.  Over the past fifteen years, I have conducted glaciology, geology, near surface geophysics, water, atmospheric sciences, and natural resources research using a range of field and numerical methods. I have broad interests in understanding and quantifying Polar change and have participated in over 60 Polar field research expeditions in Alaska, Canada, Greenland, South America, Antarctica, and the continuous United States.  I have over two decades of remote travel experience, and have also worked as a part-time professional emergency medicine technician and climbing instructor.  Broadly, I use geophysical and remote sensing methods to study the changing atmosphere, cryosphere (e.g. glaciers and permafrost) and near-surface geology of Earth. As it relates to the cryosphere, I use geophysics and remote sensing to study dynamical processes, thermal properties, and the internal structure of glaciers; I use similar techniques to estimate the depth, extent, and changes in permafrost relative to climate change or other influences (e.g. vegetation cover, topography). In regards to geology, I am interested in applying geophysical methods to studying the existence and origin of sedimentary and glacial deposits as well mapping bedrock structures. My field sites have included Alaska, Canada, Patagonia, Antarctica, the Pacific Northwest, and New England.  Last but not least, I spend much of my time working to develop learning opportunities and real STEM experiences for students and other early career professionals. I am particularly focused on supporting and championing students who have been disadvantaged (e.g., low income, first generation college, underrepresented, marginalized, etc.). I believe that our world has a small army of incredible youth who want to make a positive difference on their communities and our environment. My goal is to help harness our existing resources to more effectively help these students reach their goals.