Riley Roder

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Contact Riley at CLASSambassadors@unt.edu

Degree(s): B.S. in Geography with a Concentration in Earth Systems, Certificate in Water Resources, and Certificate in Sustainability

Favorite Course(s): GEOG 3420 Applied Biogeography, GEOG 3200 Sustainability, GEOG 4260 Oceanography, GEOL 3030 Earthquakes & Volcanoes, and GEOG 4530 Remote Sensing & Image Processing

Something I wish I knew as a Freshman: You'll never stop using ArcGIS, so learn it and learn to like it.

Why did you become an ambassador? I became an ambassador because I love geography and want to show that love by helping the department.

What is your favorite memory from your time at UNT? Seeing a five-turtle stack in front of the EESAT building. It was their most ambitious stack ever.

How do you plan to use your degree? I plan to work for the US Geological Survey.


Salima Shahjhan

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Contact Salima at CLASSambassadors@unt.edu

Degree(s): B.S. in Geography with a concentration in Environmental Studies

Favorite Course(s): GEOG 4260 Oceanography, GEOG 3200 Sustainability, GEOG 3420 Applied Biogeography

Something I wish I knew as a Freshman: I wish I knew to join a club related to your major early on to make connections, friendships, and gain knowledge about your interests.

Why did you become an ambassador? I became an ambassador to help the department anyway I can and guide students while fostering a supportive academic community, sharing my experiences, and encouraging others to pursue their passions.

What is your favorite memory from your time at UNT? My favorite memory since I have been at UNT was being a part of the GSA and getting involved in fun events where I made new friends.

How do you plan to use your degree? I plan to use my degree by working in wildlife conservation and national parks.