Tamie Jovanelly's guest appearances

Tamie Jovanelly

Tough Girl Podcast

The Academic Minute

Sarah Williams

Alice Morrison

Namira Salim

Jessica Flanigan

Polly Vacher

James Madison

Amelia Boone

Mirna Valerio

Fiona Oakes

Sanya Carley

Aaron Nelson

Elspeth Beard

Ken McLeod

Tiffany Coates

Ashley Fox

OwlTail

Water is a powerful tool and an important resource. Tamie Jovanelly, associate professor of geology at Berry College, determines how experiences can change people’s relationship with this life-giving force. Dr. Tamie Jovanelly is an Associate Professor of Geology at a premiere institution called Berry College. She received her PhD from Kent State University, her MS from University of Nebraska, and her BS from University of Michigan. Over 15-years her research has been broad scoping and impressive. Most recently, she is sole author of a monograph titled, Iceland: Tectonics, Volcanics, and Glacial Features (Wiley, 2020). In continuation with her investigations in climate change shereceived a Research Scientist position on a cruise to Svalbard in 2021. Additionally, she is classically trained as a hydrologist and has completed water quality assessments on 5 continents comparing developed, undeveloped, and developing countrieswhile focusing on major river systems (Nile, Ganges, Amazon, Mississippi, etc.). In 2017-19 she was awarded a US Fulbright Research position with Nacional Universidad (Costa Rica) to study water resources in national parks. This came after she completed her first Fulbright Research assignment (2013-14) with Makerere University (Uganda) where she focused on forest hydrology; a project funded by the National Geographic Society. She has published journal articles in Sustainable Water Resources Management (in press), International Journal of One Health (in press), Journal of Public Health in Developing Countries (2016), Journal of Water and Health: World Health Organization Press (2014). Furthermore, she received a RuffordFoundation Conservation Trust Grant (2015) that supported a collaborative research project with the Kenyan Wildlife Service.Dr. Jovanelly now serves as a US Fulbright Specialist (2017-20) whereby allowing her to consult on world-wide water conservation, allocation, and quality issues. Water Quality https://academicminute.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/08-11-20-Berry-Water-Quality.mp3  “What is the best way to promote clean water for all?” To answer this question first a baseline water quality assessment must be completed whereby identifying the physical, chemical, and biological signatures of the water body. These variables include eight parameters that are considered to be the best indicators of watershed health. This data collection involves extensive field work in remote areas that are often heavily forested.  The goal is always to collect as many samples as possible while hiking along the banks of rivers as they flow downstream. Once the data is collected it can be used to compute a Water Quality Index value. The WQI is reported in terms of a percentage and can be used to easily communicate watershed health without scientific jargon. That is a WQI of 100% means the water quality is excellent, whereas a ranking of 50 is bad.   By using the WQI as a tool to discuss water management with stakeholders it has become apparent that solving any water crisis must start with the understanding of human attitudes towards their environments. For example, Africans tend to be terrified of the Nile River because they often do not learn how to swim during childhood, and understandably, they have a deep-rooted fear of the hippos and crocodiles that live in the water. Oppositely, the people who live in India worship the Ganges River as a holy entity, even referring to it as “The Mother Ganga”. Ultimately, people relate to waterbodies very differently because their experiences within their environments are not the same.  To promote the conservation of rivers the perception towards them must be considered or the message will not be received.

Water is a powerful tool and an important resource. <a href="https://www.berry.edu/academics/fs/tjovanelly" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Tamie Jovanelly</a>, associate professor of geology at <a href="http://berry.edu" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Berry College</a>, determines how experiences can change people’s relationship with this life-giving force. Dr. Tamie Jovanelly is an Associate Professor of Geology at a premiere institution called Berry College. She received her PhD from Kent State University, her MS from University of Nebraska, and her BS from University of Michigan. Over 15-years her research has been broad scoping and impressive. Most recently, she is sole author of a monograph titled, Iceland: Tectonics, Volcanics, and Glacial Features (Wiley, 2020). In continuation with her investigations in climate change shereceived a Research Scientist position on a cruise to Svalbard in 2021. Additionally, she is classically trained as a hydrologist and has completed water quality assessments on 5 continents comparing developed, undeveloped, and developing countrieswhile focusing on major river systems (Nile, Ganges, Amazon, Mississippi, etc.). In 2017-19 she was awarded a US Fulbright Research position with Nacional Universidad (Costa Rica) to study water resources in national parks. This came after she completed her first Fulbright Research assignment (2013-14) with Makerere University (Uganda) where she focused on forest hydrology; a project funded by the National Geographic Society. She has published journal articles in Sustainable Water Resources Management (in press), International Journal of One Health (in press), Journal of Public Health in Developing Countries (2016), Journal of Water and Health: World Health Organization Press (2014). Furthermore, she received a RuffordFoundation Conservation Trust Grant (2015) that supported a collaborative research project with the Kenyan Wildlife Service.Dr. Jovanelly now serves as a US Fulbright Specialist (2017-20) whereby allowing her to consult on world-wide water conservation, allocation, and quality issues. <h2>Water Quality</h2> <a href="https://academicminute.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/08-11-20-Berry-Water-Quality.mp3" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://academicminute.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/08-11-20-Berry-Water-Quality.mp3</a> <h2></h2> “What is the best way to promote clean water for all?” To answer this question first a baseline water quality assessment must be completed whereby identifying the physical, chemical, and biological signatures of the water body. These variables include eight parameters that are considered to be the best indicators of watershed health. This data collection involves extensive field work in remote areas that are often heavily forested.  The goal is always to collect as many samples as possible while hiking along the banks of rivers as they flow downstream. Once the data is collected it can be used to compute a Water Quality Index value. The WQI is reported in terms of a percentage and can be used to easily communicate watershed health without scientific jargon. That is a WQI of 100% means the water quality is excellent, whereas a ranking of 50 is bad.   By using the WQI as a tool to discuss water management with stakeholders it has become apparent that solving any water crisis must start with the understanding of human attitudes towards their environments. For example, Africans tend to be terrified of the Nile River because they often do not learn how to swim during childhood, and understandably, they have a deep-rooted fear of the hippos and crocodiles that live in the water. Oppositely, the people who live in India worship the Ganges River as a holy entity, even referring to it as “The Mother Ganga”. Ultimately, people relate to waterbodies very differently because their experiences within their environments are not the same.  To promote the conservation of rivers the perception towards them must be considered or the message will not be received.

Tamie Jovanelly, Berry College – Water Quality

Dr. Tamie J. Jovanelly is an Associate Professor of Geology at Berry College. Classically trained as a hydrologist, she has completed water quality assessments on five continents to make comparisons between developed, undeveloped, and developing countries and their relationships to local watersheds.  Tamie grew up in Detroit in a working class family that had little ambition to go anywhere. Her brother ignited her spirit of adventure at the age of 10 by taking her for rides on the back of his motorcycle. By getting to explore the local area this encouraged and inspired Tamie to dream of travelling further afield. She accomplished this by pursing a career in academics, with a focus on Geology. Tamie has gone on to lead and run research expeditions all over the world. Tamie’s first venture to Iceland was in 2006 when Iceland was still off the radar of most tourists. With the keys to a Toyota Yaris and a series of paper road maps, she and her older brother circled the island in 11 days. Over the course of the next decade she would visit nearly every summer, bringing with her keen undergraduate students who could keep up with the hiking! Tamie has been told on several occasions by various people at different stages of her career that she doesn’t fit the mould of a scientist. However, this negatively doesn’t stop Tamie from going after her goals and following her passions. She lives by the mantra - Winners Do More. During this podcast, Tamie will share more about her career, the challenges she has faced, how she plans and why she breaks her life down into 6 months sections. Tamie has recently authored the book:  Understanding the land of fire and ice: A geologist explains Iceland  Show notes    Growing up in Detroit Getting her first globe and wanting to travel How her brother ignited her spirit of adventure at the age of 10 by taking her for rides on the back of his motorcycle Knowing she wanted to be an international researcher Having the opportunity to study in Japan Leading study abroad trips for students What she learned from spending 9 months in Japan Thinking big picture to start  The different types of expeditions What life is like in the field Her Mantra - “Winners Do More” How she plans her life 7 habits of highly effective people Having a mission statement  Setting 6 month goals Planning 5 years out Deciding to write a book Her love and passion for Iceland Running her first marathon Advice and tips for women who want to be more adventurous  Social Media Website - www.geologyoficeland.com

Dr. Tamie J. Jovanelly is an Associate Professor of Geology at Berry College. Classically trained as a hydrologist, she has completed water quality assessments on five continents to make comparisons between developed, undeveloped, and developing countries and their relationships to local watersheds.  Tamie grew up in Detroit in a working class family that had little ambition to go anywhere. Her brother ignited her spirit of adventure at the age of 10 by taking her for rides on the back of his motorcycle. By getting to explore the local area this encouraged and inspired Tamie to dream of travelling further afield. She accomplished this by pursing a career in academics, with a focus on Geology. Tamie has gone on to lead and run research expeditions all over the world. Tamie’s first venture to Iceland was in 2006 when Iceland was still off the radar of most tourists. With the keys to a Toyota Yaris and a series of paper road maps, she and her older brother circled the island in 11 days. Over the course of the next decade she would visit nearly every summer, bringing with her keen undergraduate students who could keep up with the hiking! Tamie has been told on several occasions by various people at different stages of her career that she doesn’t fit the mould of a scientist. However, this negatively doesn’t stop Tamie from going after her goals and following her passions. She lives by the mantra - Winners Do More. During this podcast, Tamie will share more about her career, the challenges she has faced, how she plans and why she breaks her life down into 6 months sections. Tamie has recently authored the book:  <a href="https://geologyoficeland.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Understanding the land of fire and ice: A geologist explains Iceland </a> Show notes <ul> <li>Growing up in Detroit</li> <li>Getting her first globe and wanting to travel</li> <li>How her brother ignited her spirit of adventure at the age of 10 by taking her for rides on the back of his motorcycle</li> <li>Knowing she wanted to be an international researcher</li> <li>Having the opportunity to study in Japan</li> <li>Leading study abroad trips for students</li> <li>What she learned from spending 9 months in Japan</li> <li>Thinking big picture to start </li> <li>The different types of expeditions</li> <li>What life is like in the field</li> <li>Her Mantra - “Winners Do More”</li> <li>How she plans her life</li> <li>7 habits of highly effective people</li> <li>Having a mission statement </li> <li>Setting 6 month goals</li> <li>Planning 5 years out</li> <li>Deciding to write a book</li> <li>Her love and passion for Iceland</li> <li>Running her first marathon</li> <li>Advice and tips for women who want to be more adventurous</li> </ul> Social Media Website - <a href="https://geologyoficeland.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.geologyoficeland.com</a>

Dr. Tamie Jovanelly - World Explorer, focusing on major river systems including the Nile, Amazon, Mississippi, Ganges.