McNair Graduate Opportunity Program

2008-2009 McNair Scholars

Emily Pugh
Name: Emily Pugh
Graduation Date: May 2010
Academic Area: Geology & Chemistry
Scholar Biography:
I am a geology major and chemistry minor. I plan on pursuing a Ph.D. in oceanography. My career interests include global change and learning about the interactions between the oceans, land, and atmosphere, with respect to pollution and anthropogenic damages. In the future, I hope to study, learn, and develop new methods that can help protect and preserve our oceans, marine life, and people, as well as predict future climate system responses to the environment.
I run for ISU’s cross country and track & field teams and I am also an active member of Earth Science club. In addition, I am a teaching assistant for Dr. Allen’s chemistry labs. I love to spend time with family, friends, and my two cats, collect rocks, recycle, be creative, and have fun doing outdoor activities, especially deep sea fishing, crabbing, and surfing when I am on the coast.