After completing my dissertation and potentially a postdoctoral research position , I plan to pursue a career as a professor. As a professor, I look forward to conducting research, teaching classes, and advising students. As a researcher, my research agenda will concentrate on topics that are novel and applicable to needs in water quality decision making. As an instructor, I will create active learning environments that encourage multidisciplinary education. As an advisor, I will mentor undergraduate and graduate students, particularly women and underrepresented groups, and guide them to becoming independent researchers. Ultimately, I hope that the models I develop and the students I train will improve and protect freshwater resources and advocate science-supported policy options.