I’m a Visiting Assistant Professor of Geography and Integrated Science and Technology (ISAT) at James Madison University.

My current research aims to advance the understanding of the socio-cultural geographies of hazards, focusing on the role of memory in aiding community adaptation. I also use GIS to qualitatively analyze community-reported hazards, focusing on aggregation across communities and how those community reports relate to local government response. I use these data to explore environmental and climate justice issues across communities.

A native of southwest Oklahoma, I earned my BA in Liberal Studies, concentrated in English and Political Science, from Oklahoma State University in May 2009. I once again became a Cowboy during my Master’s education, earning my MA in Geography from the University of Wyoming in May 2014. I then earned my Ph.D. in Geography and Anthropology from Louisiana State University (Geaux Tigahs!) in May 2020.

Outside of work you can find me trying new restaurants, going to museums, and spending time with my dog, Toby, and my cat, Wormy.

Please take a look at my research and teaching interests or download my current C.V.