Stephen Norair is currently a second year Master's student at Baylor University studying hydrology. After achieving a Bachelor’s degree in geology from Indiana University of Pennsylvania, where his undergraduate research focused on climate change and stream discharge patterns, he went on to work in both the mortgage banking industry and petroleum industry before continuing his formal education. During this time he has participated in GIS short courses, safety and hazard management workshops, and volunteered his time at groundwater conservation districts. Stephen hopes to publish his Master’s research and continue expanding his expertise in industry after graduating in 2016.