s.e. reed
I somehow ended up studying gophers.
Exciting, coherent, accurate science education is my vision.
Ecosystem Research
Please visit my UC Berkeley research page to read more about how I am tracking the behavior of gophers in vernal pool ecosystems to try to unlock the long-standing mystery of Mima mounds.
Friends of Brad
The Friends of Brad Memorial Foundation is a nonprofit organization which aims to honor the memory of a talented friend and percussionist, Brad Rozman, and to support young, Minnesota musicians.
Doula
I am a volunteer doula for the amazing Homeless Prenatal Program in San Francisco. I am fascinated by the immense magnitude of changes that humans undergo during the birth process. I enjoy the opportunity to serve mothers and families at such an important time in their lives.
However, I am concerned that birth is still generally treated as pathological by medical professionals in the U.S. and this has significant negative ramifications for maternal, infant, and social health. I firmly believe that every woman should be lovingly supported to have
the best birth possible, and I believe proper support during childbirth
can empower women to realize their potential both as humans and as
mothers.