Sydney is a masters student in the School of Environmental and Forest Sciences. Her research focuses on adaptive and collaborative management of freshwater resources in response to climate change. Her thesis will explore the potential for collaborative management practices at the intersection of forest fire, watersheds, and salmon habitat. Her past work has included backcountry guiding, conservation and restoration efforts along sections of the Colorado River, and economic impact and marketing effectiveness research for the Utah Office of Tourism. In her free time she enjoys backcountry skiing, mountain biking, and backpacking.