Elizabeth Herrmann

About Me

I grew up in Richmond, VA and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in Urban Planning and Regional Studies from Virginia Commonwealth University. After interning for the Sierra Club, serving with the Conservation Corps, and volunteering with the James River Association, I knew I wanted a career in monitoring aquatic ecosystems. It’s been the perfect way for me to spend time outside while also learning about how we (humans) impact these places I love.

I began pursuing my Master’s degree in the spring of 2021, and worked on different projects related to monitoring aquatic systems. I’ve assessed mercury concentrations in crayfish tissue, surveyed crayfish populations in Montana, assisted with macroinvertebrate biomonitoring studies, and worked as Project Manager on our lab’s EPA-funded grant to monitor 6PPD-quinone and tire particles throughout the middle and upper Columbia River Basin.

I love looking at the big picture and combining methods like using ArcGIS and in-situ sampling to ground truth data. Lastly, when it comes to monitoring any environment, I believe it is absolutely essential to invite community stakeholders to the table to get the best results for our ecosystems and as a result, our communities.