GeoGirls Staff & Volunteers

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GeoGirls Staff & Volunteers Make It Happen!

Who are GeoGirls Science Volunteers?

Earth Scientists from the USGS Cascades Volcano Observatory, UNAVCO, Washington State Department of Natural Resources, University of Washington, Oregon State University, and other academic institutions who volunteer to share their enthusiasm and expertise with GeoGirls. Volunteers come from a variety of backgrounds and levels, including USGS researchers and staff, graduate students, and faculty members, and all are eager to help inspire girls to pursue careers in the geosciences!

Want to get involved? We rely on volunteers like YOU!

Are you excited about making a difference in the life of young people? Inquire today with our non-binding online GeoGirls volunteer interest form to learn more and to be part of this amazing program!

2024 GeoGirls Science Volunteers

Elizabeth Westby | U.S. Geological Survey Cascades Volcano Observatory | GeoGirls Program Lead
Alysa Adams | Washington State Parks | Career Panel & Ranger Presentation
Amy Rudko | Washington State Department of Natural Resources | Research project lead
Angela Deglandon | Research project lead
Angie Diefenbach | U.S. Geological Survey Cascades Volcano Observatory | Research project lead
Chelsea Bekemeier | Colorado State University | Research project lead
Elaine Collins | U.S. Geological Survey Cascades Volcano Observatory | Research project lead
Kate Allstadt | U.S. Geological Survey Cascades Volcano Observatory | Research project lead
Kathryn (Katey) Queen | Research project lead
Katie Akers | U.S. Forest Service | Career Panel
Luan Heywood | University of Washington | Research project lead
Samantha Motz | University of California, Santa Cruz | Research project lead
Suki Smaglik | Yakima Valley College | Research project lead
Kellie Wall | U.S. Geological Survey Cascades Volcano Observatory | Research project lead
Jessica Bersson | Research project lead
Emily Montgomery-Brown | U.S. Geological Survey Cascades Volcano Observatory | Research project lead

Who are the Mount St. Helens Institute staff?

Mount St. Helens Institute education staff are hired based on their passion and experience educating youth. All staff have extensive training on working with youth, wilderness first aid and CPR and undergo extensive background checks.

2024 GeoGirls Mount St. Helens Institute Staff

Gina Roberti, Youth Education & Rental Programs Manager, Mount St. Helens Institute
Amanda Conroy, Development Director, Mount St. Helens Institute
Abi Groskopf, Programs Director, Mount St. Helens Institute
Rachel Hutchinson, Seasonal Science Educator, Mount St. Helens Institute
Mallory Ford, Seasonal Science Educator, Mount St. Helens Institute
Briana McNair, Seasonal Science Educator, Mount St. Helens Institute
Ramsey Schar, Seasonal Science Educator, Mount St. Helens Institute
Salma Macias, Seasonal Science Educator, Mount St. Helens Institute
Celia Pratt, Seasonal Cook, Mount St. Helens Institute
Ian Reed, Seasonal Cook & Custodian, Mount St. Helens Institute

GeoGirls Teacher Mentors - paid positions for middle school science teachers to support GeoGirls

Read more and apply to be a teacher mentor here! Note applications are open January - March annually and are reviewed accepted with priority for applications received by February 1st and after on a rolling basis. With any questions, please email our education team: learn@mshinstitute.org.

2024 GeoGirls Science Mentors

Marla Haugen | Middle school science teacher, Pullman School district, Pullman WA
Sami Brisson | Olympia Waldorf School, Olympia WA
Amy Gerdes | K 12 Teacher, curriculum development, Kents School District & others, Auburn WA
Madison Meyer | Middle School Teacher Oakville Schools, Tumwater WA