Science Communication Portfolio

Hello! Welcome to my portfolio, a collection of examples of recent science communication work that I've done for various positions and projects.

About Me

My name is Emma Holm-Olsen, and I graduated from UC Santa Barbara in June 2024 with a B.S. in Ecology and Evolution and a minor in Science Communication. I am passionate about environmental science and wildlife conservation, and how I can combine scientific research, writing and storytelling. I'm excited to continue studying and communicating important scientific topics with diverse audiences around the world, and I am actively seeking opportunities to apply the skills I have to meaningful and lasting projects.

WRIT 159AB Assignments

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159B Capstone Project

A magazine article in the style of Scientific American about research I conducted on coral reefs. Included in the article are 3 supplemental infographics/illustrations I made.

Laika the Canine Cosmonaut: A Dog’s Legacy and the Nature of Scientific Inquiry

An academic essay exploring the legacy of Laika, the first animal in space.

2nd February 2024

Alien Invasion or Welcome Immigration?: Assessing Terminology, Bias, and Miscommunication Regarding “Invasive Species”

An academic essay in the style of the popular podcast "Science Vs." exploring the language of "invasive species."

Articles / UCSB Daily Nexus

The Daily Nexus | The University of California, Sa • 22nd February 2024

UCSB study finds perceived discrimination against bisexual people linked to relative social status | The Daily Nexus

Daily Nexus article.

The Daily Nexus | The University of California, Sa • 17th April 2023

Local community members express concern over 10 new proposed aquaculture sites off of Southern California coast | The Daily Nexus

Daily Nexus article

The Daily Nexus | The University of California, Sa • 7th April 2022

Environmental Journalist Elizabeth Kolbert Speaks in IHC’s “Regeneration” Lecture Series | The Daily Nexus

Daily Nexus article

The Daily Nexus | The University of California, Sa • 4th March 2022

Simply Stated: Why Do We Cry When We’re Sad? | The Daily Nexus

Daily Nexus article

The Daily Nexus | The University of California, Sa • 22nd October 2021

Thinking Globally and Acting Locally: Ian Shive and the Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Network Celebrate New Hospital | The Daily Nexus

Daily Nexus article

Short documentary "Whale-Roads" (2022)

CUGC Podcast / SB Historical Museum (2023-24)

3rd August 2023

"Catching Up with 'Good Companions'" Podcast

A podcast for the SB Historical Museum's Gledhill Library, re-presenting select episodes of Bayard Stockton's 1980s radio show.

“Only if we understand, will we care. Only if we care, will we help. Only if we help shall all be saved.”

Jane Goodall