About Elizabeth
Elizabeth is a current graduate student and teaching assistant in the Journalism and Media Communications' MS program. They hold a bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences with a concentration in Microbiology and Infectious Disease from Colorado State University as a T-34 MARC Scholar. She completed her undergraduate thesis in the Kelp lab, titled "Virology Student Perceptions of Science Communication Training", which examined the integration of inclusive science communication training into undergraduate virology classes. Elizabeth has also completed research in the areas of immunology, molecular biology, and molecular genetics.
In their current graduate program, Elizabeth has continued their research into science communication education, using primarily qualitative methods. Their other areas of interest include science policy, public engagement, and bridging the gap between STEM and the humanities.