Elise Osenga joined AGCI in 2013. Guided by her interests in ecosystem processes and the interface between science and public action, Elise's current projects include managing AGCI's soil moisture monitoring network, assisting with ACES's Forest Health Index, and occasional education and outreach. Elise's background includes field work, environmental education, public communication, and non-profit operations. She also writes and edits for Earthzine.org, an IEEE Earth science publication, and maintains a Certified Interpretive Guide standing with the National Association of Interpretation. Elise holds a B.A. in Biology and English from St. Olaf College and an M.A. in Conservation Biology from University Miami Ohio.