One of our most contemplative and intelligent volunteers has left the WOC board to pursue a science career.
In September, Chris Hiemstra joined the research staff in the Department of Atmospheric Science at Colorado State University.
Before he migrated to Colorado, Chris successfully completed an M.S. and Ph.D. in Botany at the University of Wyoming. His UW research aimed to answer questions like: What are the ecological effects of blowing snow on the vegetation of Libby Flats in the Medicine Bow National Forest? Chris's answer to this question was recently published in the prestigious journal Arctic, Antarctic, and Alpine Research.
During his three-year term on WOC's board, Chris illuminated our discussions by articulating ecological principles and their relevance to WOC's work. Then, in late June 2002, when he was frantically trying to wrap up his UW obligations, Chris spearheaded the first annual "Ride the Red" bike trip through the northern Red Desert (see the Fall 2002 issue of Frontline.)
Thank you, Chris, for your dedication and service to WOC. We'll miss you! |
