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Cody L. Barnes
Welcome
I am Cody Barnes. I am presently a Regulatory Project Manager (Biologist; Civilian) with the United States Army Corps of Engineers. My research and professional interests span a diverse range of taxa, from mammals to amphibians, and I hope to delve even deeper into interdisciplinary ecological experiences. Further, I am also interested in applying technological solutions for increasing our knowledge of ecosystems. Lastly, I strongly support opportunities to grow diversity, inclusion, and equity in STEM. I have worked with the Society for the Advancement of Chicanos/Hispanics and Native Americans in Science (SACNAS) towards this aim.
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My teaching philosophy aims to guide students in the application of the inquiry-based and active-learning strategies. Such strategies are integral for effectively educating the next generation of scientists and empowering learning from a diversity of perspectives. Further, my mentoring philosophy focuses on strengthening links between in-class learning and authentic research experiences, both in the laboratory and the field. In this capacity, I strive to guide students through early applied research experiences with the intention of developing impactful and inclusive leaders in our communities.
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SACNAS: Main Organization Site
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Explore My Current and Previous Lab Affiliations
Ramirez Lab at Utah State: https://ramirezlab.weebly.com/
Wilder Lab at OK State: http://wildershawn.wix.com/wilderlab
Gifford Lab at UCA (previously UALR): https://giffordlab.weebly.com/
Ecosystems Electronics Lab at CSUMB: https://csumb.edu/eel
I now suspect that just as a deer herd lives in mortal fear of its wolves, so does a mountain live in mortal fear of its deer.
-Aldo Leopold, The Sand County Almanac
When we try to pick out anything by itself, we find it hitched to everything else in the Universe.
-John Muir, My First Summer in the Sierra