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Carson is a PhD student in the department of geosciences at Boise State University. Her research focuses on developing effective risk and natural hazard communication strategies as well as uncovering what motivates people to prepare. She is also the co-founder and community engagement coordinator for the Hazard & Climate Resilience Institute (HCRI) at Boise State. In her work with the HCRI, Carson is passionate about connecting researchers, practitioners, and community members to ensure that the science we do is useful and beneficial to communities who can use it. In her free time, she likes to backpack, rock climb, cook and spend time with friends and family.