Cheyanne Olson

Cheyenne Olson serves as an Assistant Professor in the Biology Department at Northeastern State University's Tahlequah campus, teaching freshwater science courses including limnology and aquatic biology while maintaining an office in Science Building 139. She actively contributes to Oklahoma's Blue Thumb program as both board member and volunteer, and serves on the Oklahoma Academy of Science board.

Her academic credentials include:

• PhD in Environmental Science from Oklahoma State University (2023)
• MS in Environmental Science from Texas A&M Corpus Christi (2017)
• BS in Fish and Wildlife Biology from Northeastern State University (2015)

Dr. Olson's research centers on freshwater ecology with specialized focus on citizen science applications for water quality monitoring, demonstrating strong commitment to community-based environmental protection. Her work with Blue Thumb exemplifies practical integration of public participation in scientific data collection for watershed management.

Professional engagement includes advancing scientific education through Oklahoma Academy of Science leadership and implementing hands-on learning approaches that connect classroom instruction with real-world water resource challenges.