Science Journalism

I worked as a science reporter for Utah Public Radio from 2021 to 2026, producing over 100 news stories covering topics ranging from environmental issues to public policy. Below is a selection of my radio stories.

How do predator interactions change in snowy landscapes?Predators like wolves have an advantage over deer and elk in deep snow. Understanding how different predators navigate snow can inform conservation and management.

Ice-capped peaks are shrinking as climate change warms their summitsA collaborative study between USU professor Dr. Scott Hotaling and Seattle University professor Dr. Eric Gilbertson explores how mountains are changing with the warming of the planet.

Plastic is found in dust from remote parks in the Western USPlastic is everywhere, but the effects of plastic pollution on the environment are not well-understood.

Take a garden stroll with native bee expert Jim CaneHow can you attract and support native bees in your garden? Take a garden stroll with a bee expert in Cache Valley who explains which flowers bees like to visit.

Visit UPR.org to hear more

Awards

Society of Professional Journalists Utah Headliners Chapter:

- 1st place, Radio: Government reporting (2024)
- 2nd place, Radio: Climate and Environment (2026), General news (2024)
- 3rd place, Radio: Health and Science (2025)
- Honorable Mention, Radio: Health and Science (2026)

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