(upbeat music)
- When I first chose geology,
I wanted a major that
I could work outside,
and then it just turned into
so much more as I got into it.
I got really into the idea
of looking for a solution
to climate change.
I was doing research
under Dr. Elizabeth Thomas
for about four or five months,
and she thought that it
would be a great idea
for me to get some experience
with receiving a grant.
So, I applied under the Project Portal
for a project that she had posted.
When I received my grant from the Portal,
I was really happy that I got that grant
'cause then I can contribute
to my lab's research.
The learning opportunity is
being able to be part of a team
and work with graduate students,
as well as working with professors
who have been doing this for many years
and studying climate.
I think that this work is very beneficial,
'cause I think it's important for students
to get involved in things on campus,
as well as undergraduate research.
And find something that
they're really passionate for,
and just go ahead.
