Jo'lene Antonette Saldivar

I am a second-year Ph.D. student in the Botany & Plant Sciences Department at the University of California, Riverside.
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My research interests include plant-pollinator interactions and phenology. Specifically, I am interested in how invasive plant species impact native plant phenology and pollinator visitation. For my research, I employ techniques in field work, lab work, and statistical analysis. 

As a first-generation college graduate and granddaughter of migrant farm workers, I am passionate about the recruitment and retainment of members of groups historically underrepresented in STEM. Through my mentorship and community engagement, I communicate my research, teach various technical skills, and provide resources to those seeking opportunities in higher education. I aim to show others that science is for everyone!