103 | The Road to Becoming a Snake Biologist

Dr. Jenkins sits down with Peyton Niebanck to discuss the lengthy journey toward becoming a snake biologist. Peyton, a technician with The Orianne Society working on surveying Indigo Snakes, shares insights from the early stages of her career. They delve into Peyton’s college experience and the various activities she pursued to bolster her prospects in the field. They explore the peaks and valleys of her past four years, during which she has traversed the country, undertaking seasonal positions to accumulate experience. Finally, they examine her endeavors to secure a permanent position or gain admission to graduate school.

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