When it comes to education, I believe students represent the most important component. So I work to offer them the best product possible, helping them become keen Speculators, Observers, Describers, and Analyzers of the world (see my SODA model) by thinking critically and Googling competently. I chose Academia as a career because I want to help students succeed, and my experience and expertise revolve around that desire. So my work diligently promotes active student engagement, such as field-based research, supervising student-led/driven studies, experiential education, and co-authoring peer-reviewed publications.