GK12 Montana State University

I am currently a PhD student at Montana State University (MSU) in the Civil Engineering department, with an emphasis in applied mechanics studying under Dr. Adams. My primary area of research is snow and avalanches, focusing specifically on determining the conditions necessary to form a well known avalanche weak layer known as near-surface facets. Additionally, am involved with an ongoing research project studying the development of snow penitents, which are surface features common in high mountains of South America.

Prior to studying snow and avalanches at MSU, I received a B.S. in Civil Engineering from Michigan Technological University where I focused my studies on structural engineering. I then completed my M.S. in Civil Engineering at Washington State University (WSU), where I worked with wood-plastic composites and producing these materials for structural uses and future building code approval.

AVALANCHE LESSON PLAN