Emily Amundson

Professor W. Varela, St. Mary's University

• Ran Functional Process Zone (FPZ) classification tools in ArcGIS Pro on segments of the Upper Mississippi River and its tributaries to support watershed-scale geomorphic and ecological analysis
• Collected ecological field samples (fish, plants, macroinvertebrates), including electrofishing, and processed specimens and data for laboratory analysis.

• Assisted students in and out of the classroom while learning ArcGIS Pro, providing support with coursework, software navigation, and spatial analysis techniques.
• Assisted students in introductory geology coursework, focusing on Minnesota's geological features and water systems.

• Utilized ArcGIS Pro to map and edit wetland landscapes in different parts of the United States, classified wetlands by using the Cowardin Classification System.
• Assisted in non-profit projects for Saint Mary's University and Winona State University.
• Leveraged cartography skills to design and create detailed library and campus maps, enhancing visual clarity and usability.

• Assisted staff in conducting streamflow measurements, discharge calculations, and water chemistry sampling.
• Collaborated with MPCA staff across multiple offices to coordinate field visits, logistics, vehicles, and equipment to support efficient monitoring operations.
• Gained experience with watershed management, environmental monitoring, and state-level conservation initiatives.
• Operated and calibrated flow meters, water quality sondes, and other hydrologic monitoring equipment at Long-Term Monitoring (LTM) sites in accordance with MPCA protocols.

• Managed student records, trained new employees, and maintained workflow efficiency.