Beck Lab

Our greatest measure of success is reflected in the achievements of our students and alumni. Over the years, graduate researchers have contributed to the field through innovative dissertations and theses that not only advanced their academic careers but also shaped the future. This page is dedicated to celebrating their scholarship, highlighting the diverse research topics they pursued, and recognizing the impact of their work beyond the lab. By showcasing these accomplishments.

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Dissertations and Theses

Alumni

  • Jonathan Dinkins (2013–2016). Associate Professor, Oregon State University
  • Andrew Gregory (co-investigator with me, while a postdoc at Northern Arizona University; 2010–2013). Assistant Professor, University of North Texas
  • Aaron Pratt (2018–2020). STCP and Hamerstrom Prairie Grouse Research Chair – Sutton Avian Research Center
  • Kurt Smith (2017–2020). Research Biologist, Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc.

  • Jacob Hennig (PhD 2021). Postdoctoral Research Associate, Oklahoma State University
  • Clay Buchanan (PhD 2015). Statewide Grant Coordinator for DNR Wildlife Division, Michigan Department of Natural Resources
  • Courtney Duchardt (PhD 2019). Assistant Professor, Oklahoma State University
  • Scott Gamo (PhD 2016). Environmental Services Manager, Wyoming Department of Transportation
  • Aaron Pratt (PhD 2017). STCP and Hamerstrom Prairie Grouse Research Chair – Sutton Avian Research Center
  • Kurt Smith (PhD 2016). Research Biologist, Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc.

  • Justin Clapp (MS 2015). Large Carnivore Biologist, Wyoming Game and Fish Department
  • Erin Gelling (MS 2022). Executive Director, Colorado Crane Conservation Coalition
  • Jennifer Hess (MS 2011). Co-Owner and Wildlife Biologist, Hayden -Wing Associates
  • Chris Kirol (MS 2012). Postdoctoral Research Associate, University of Waterloo
  • Chad LeBeau (MS 2012). Board of Directors and Research Biologist, Western EcoSystems Technology, Inc.
  • Jason LeVan (MS 2018). Range and Wildlife Conservationist for Southwestern Wyoming, Pheasants Forever, Inc.
  • Adele Reinking (MS 2017). Wildlife Research Biologist, Cooperative Institute for Research in the Atmosphere, Colorado State University
  • Katie Taylor (MS 2014). Lead Wildlife Biologist, Grouse Mountain Environmental Consultants
  • Caitlyn Wanner (MS 2022). Volunteer and Project Coordinator, Henrys Fork Wildlife Alliance