Mission Statement
My mission is to create a more just, sustainable, and equitable world through scientific research and activism. My passion lies in combating environmental racism and climate injustices on local and global scales. I aim to increase the representation of Black women in STEM, particularly in Earth and Environmental Science. This website is one of the many ways that I seek to carry out this mission. I hope that by sharing my experiences and knowledge related to higher education, scientific research, and social justice, I can inspire others to pursue their passion and recognize the power they hold to change the world.
Recent Updates
Stanford Earth Graduation Ceremony with advisor Scott Fendorf.
M.S. in Earth System Science
I received my M.S. in June 2022 after completing coursework focused on environmental justice, soil science, environmental communication, and qualitative and quantitative research methods.
Alexis posing next to a blue globe-shaped art installation at Stanford University.
Advanced to Candidacy
In June 2021 I successfully passed my qualifying exam and became a PhD Candidate in the department of Earth System Science.
Alexis with her summer undergraduate interns Cali Ordas and Rachel Iweka.
Summer Undergrad Interns
In summer 2022, I mentored two amazing undergraduate researchers Cali Ordas (SESUR program) and Rachel Iweka (SURGE program). I am an alumna of the SURGE program from 2017.
Perspectives from a Black Woman in STEM
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My blog serves as a place to share my experiences as a Black woman in STEM, including my successes and failures. You can also follow my journey through graduate school as I pursue my doctorate degree. I hope sharing my knowledge and advice opens the door for underrepresented minorities to be successful in the scientific field or other areas in which they are passionate.
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What Do I Study?
My research interests include climate change, soil biogeochemistry, and environmental justice. I am passionate about environmental justice because the negative impacts of climate change and environmental degradation disproportionately impact communities of color and low-income communities. I have just begun investigating a variety of questions surrounding soil contamination in urban gardens, specifically in marginalized communities. I plan to create sustainable adaptation measures to ameliorate the impact of climate change and environmental pollution.
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