Shannon Lemieux graduated summa cum laude from Oregon State University with her B.S. in Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences. During her studies, she was awarded a position as a National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates intern at the Bermuda Institute of Ocean Sciences (BIOS). At BIOS, she collaborated with reef biologist Dr. Eric Hochberg to continue research being done on coral phenology and helped compile benthic surveys for Bermuda Electric Light Company. Since then she has held positions with the National Park Service and the Western Section of The Wildlife Society.  As she continues to pursue a research based career, Shannon will also continue her career as a professional dancer. Some of her credits include projects such as Paula Abdul’s Straight Up Paula Tour, The Price is Right, Disneyland Paris, and Broadway to the Rescue’s Big Fat Christmas Show. With dedication and passion for both of her careers, Shannon hopes to push the boundaries both in the field and on stage.