Student Board Member
Ashley Ihde
Graduate student, Master of Public Health - UAA
McNair Scholar alum
Research experience: wildlife, environmental monitoring, community health surveys
Biography
Ashley represents the next generation of circumpolar health leaders. Her academic and research experience spans environmental science, wildlife monitoring, and community-based public health projects.
Through fellowships and applied research, she has supported studies on fish, moose, and bat habitats, and helped design resident surveys grounded in participatory research principles. Ashley’s interests sit at the intersection of climate change, urban design, and public policy; with a focus on building healthier communities.
Outside of Work
Ashley enjoys yoga, cross-country skiing, beekeeping, and learning to knit.
Experience & Interests
Applied Environmental Research Center participant (2021–2022)
Public Health Fellowship with Cook Inlet Housing Authority
Passionate about climate-smart community planning
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