The AOS has been my “home” society since I was a graduate student. I enormously value the scientific, educational, and professional resources that AOS provides, but what is most important to me is being part of a fun, supportive and stimulating community.
Amanda Rodewald
Current institution and/or position: Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Garvin Professor and Senior Director of the Center for Avian Population Studies
Scientific research goals and achievements: I study how human activities and global change influence avian populations and communities in temperate and tropical regions. I try to move science into conservation action by engaging with practitioners, decision-makers, and leaders in public and private sectors, as well as by serving on the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) Science Advisory Board, testifying to Congress, and writing op-eds.
Fun fact: My first field position was conducting bird surveys in Glacier National Park. My first point count was memorable because there was a grizzly bear standing right at the center! I hollered and clapped, the bear ran off, and I finished my point count.
Why have you chosen to be a member of the AOS?
The AOS has been my “home” society since I was a graduate student. I enormously value the scientific, educational, and professional resources that AOS provides, but what is most important to me is being part of a fun, supportive and stimulating community. The AOS conferences, especially, have helped me to cultivate and maintain so many cherished relationships over the years.
ORCID ID: 0000-0002-6719-6306
Note: Amanda is featured on the cover of the 2022 AOS Annual Report and was the 2022 AOS William Brewster Memorial Award winner.