Meet the Lab
We learn and produce rigorous science according to Ms. Frizzle’s motto, “Take chances, make mistakes, get messy!”
Graduate Research Assistants
Mandie Flint
“Hello! My name is Mandie Flint. I graduated from St. Olaf College with a B.A. in Biology and Environmental Studies. I’m working on a Master’s degree at the University of Arkansas at Monticello to create educational materials and outreach campaigns regarding the use of mass timber and emergency infrastructure in rural communities that are more prone to disasters in the Mississippi Delta. Mass timber has almost exclusively been used in high-rise apartments, and I’m excited to connect with community leaders to raise awareness for a new use of mass timber, while simultaneously promoting the health of forests. After getting my Master’s, I hope to pursue a PhD and continue engaging with local communities about improving human-environment interactions, especially in areas most impacted by climate change.”
Eden Rozing
“My name is Eden Rozing. I graduated from Bard College at Simon's Rock with a B.A. in Environmental Studies. I'm working towards my M.S. at University of Arkansas at Monticello in order to further my education in wildlife management while contributing to conservation and environmental outreach. After UAM, I hope to continue on to the doctorate level and work with human-wildlife interactions.”
Undergraduate Research Assistants
Shylee Head
“Hi! My name is Shylee Head and I’m working on my B.S. in Natural Resource Management with a Forestry emphasis at the University of Arkansas at Monticello. Happiness is the ultimate goal, so I want to work towards achieving a positive balance for both people and nature.”
Evan Beaver
Bio coming soon!
Canine Research Assistants
Wesley
The lab’s lab, Wesley has been successfully engaging with (and winning the hearts of) stakeholders for ten years. His overly-friendly personality and charming smile puts folks at ease during data collection efforts.
Rhino
Named as a nod to a previous research project, Rhino is as much of a gentle giant as his namesake. The introvert of the lab, he excels in data analysis, drafting reports, and eating vegetables.
Join us!
Are you an undergrad or potential grad student interested in working in the lab? Feel free to reach out at rubino@uamont.edu to discuss potential upcoming projects and positions. I am also always willing to work with exceptional candidates to secure external funding for master’s assistantships.
Past Lab Members
Madaline Toth. Fall 2023. “Exploring Public Perceptions of a Red Wolf Reintroduction to Ozark National Forest, Arkansas”. Next position: Environmental Specialist II at the Florida Department of Environmental Protection.
Eden Rozing. Spring 2024. “Examining the effects of trophy hunting messaging on public support”. Next position: PhD in Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences at University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
A. Priest. Spring 2024. “Improving private forest landowner engagement in habitat management”. Next position: PhD in Natural Resource Sciences at North Dakota State University.
Land Acknowledgement
The University of Arkansas at Monticello is located on the traditional land of Indigenous communities including the Quapaw people. Justice, equity, diversity, and the inclusion of local and Indigenous perspectives are vital to conservation and this lab. Therefore, we acknowledge the history of Native habitation of this land and its extortion.
(Map by native-land.ca)