Aleeza Wilkins
About Aleeza Wilkins
Aleeza Wilkins is a Physical Scientist at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) with a background in geology and volcanology. She has held various roles in research and consultancy, including positions at NASA and the Arizona Department of Emergency Management.
Work at U.S. Geological Survey
Aleeza Wilkins has been employed at the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) as a Physical Scientist since 2017. In this role, she coordinates the Natural Hazards-funded portions of the Mendenhall Postdoctoral Research Program. Her responsibilities include outreach and communication efforts for the Volcano Hazards Program. Prior to her current position, she served as a Program Analyst at USGS from 2015 to 2017.
Education and Expertise
Aleeza Wilkins earned her Bachelor of Science in Geology from the University of Pittsburgh, where she studied from 2008 to 2012. She later obtained a Master of Science in Physical Volcanology (Geology) from the University of South Florida, completing her studies from 2012 to 2014. Her educational background provides her with a strong foundation in geological sciences and volcanology.
Professional Experience
Aleeza Wilkins has held various positions in the field of geology and emergency management. She interned at NASA's Airborne Research Program in 2012 for two months. Additionally, she worked as a Volunteer Consultant for the Arizona Department of Emergency Management from 2012 to 2013, where she developed a volcanic event response plan. She also served as a Geology Teaching Assistant at the University of South Florida from 2012 to 2014 and worked as a Consultant at Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes from 2014 to 2015.
Research and Contributions
During her academic career, Aleeza Wilkins contributed to research as a Lava Flow Researcher at the University of Pittsburgh from 2011 to 2012. She prepared a grant proposal for the International Volcano Monitoring Fund and served as Executive Secretary to the federal interagency working group, 'Science for Disaster Reduction'. Her work reflects her commitment to advancing knowledge in geological hazards and disaster management.