Lauren Nett

MS graduate focused on wildlife management, ecological systems, and community engagement.

Water Quality Intern at Nature Collective (2026-01 – 2026-05)

• Monitoring water quality weekly by surveying seven locations around San Elijo lagoon utilizing YSI sensor equipment to collect and analyze data.
• Collected continuous water quality data that includes on-site data collection and extraction of sonde (s) from lagoon as well as the calibration of equipment.
• Utilized Microsoft Office products and Kor for data entry and analysis
• Participated in week long Cardiff Beach channel inlet dredge as a public correspondent and site manager.

Habitat Restoration Volunteer at Mission Trails Regional Park (2025-05 – Present)

• Volunteered over 50 hours restoring habitat, supporting natives, and removing invasive species
• Communicated and advised the public in the MTRP by offering park information and working alongside park rangers.

Volunteer at San Diego Surfrider Foundation (2024 – 2024)

• Participated in beach cleanup events focused on local beaches in San Diego.

Masters of Science in Wildlife Ecology and Management – Unity Environmental University (2026-05)

Bachelor of Arts in Earth and Environmental Science (Ecology) – Boston University (2024-05)