Bryson Severance

Worked with Chevron representatives to get comfortable working with seismic data and interpreting the subsurface. We mapped sequence boundaries in an undisclosed basin to determine and pitch drill sites to Chevron at the semester's end. Some skills we became proficient in include:

• Entry-level Petrel operation with real-world application
• Experience working closely with professionals in the oil and gas industry.
• Comfortability presenting data accurately and efficiently

Worked under Dr. Balenger to catalog and database core samples from across the world. We studied the abundance of certain benthic foraminifera species at depths through the use of core sampling. With this data, we speculated and spoke about how we could apply this data in actuality, such as inferring paleoclimate and attempting to compare and contrast with today's. Some skills I believe I gained through this experience.

• Focus and task completion while working on other projects and schoolwork
• Effective communication in discussion and how to work through conflict.

Field Methods (Jan 2025)(Boulder, CO)

I visited Boulder, Colorado, to get first-hand looks at geology and its structure in real form rather than in the classroom. We got acquainted with strict deadlines and the nature of working in the field.

Geologic Field Trips (Jan 2024)

Traveled to numerous geological sites across the country to observe, camp, and make observations. Sites visited include, Petrified Forest National Park, Valley of Fire State Park, Zion National Park, and the Grand Canyon National Park.

Geologic Field Trips (Andros, The Bahamas)(May 2024)

Stayed at Forfar Field Station on Andros island in the Bahamas. We performed many snorkels to observe the second largest barrier reef in the world, studied the frequency and formation of carbonates in the surrounding islands, and learn about the largest island of the Bahamas and its citizens.

Visit Dillon, Montana, with TAMU, to get hands-on experience in the fieldwork of geology. Allowed us to make mistakes and learn from complicated rock formations, and think in a more three-dimensional perspective. Exercises and skills learned included:

• Identifying numerous rocks and minerals in various forms and positions.
• Create geologic maps of outcrops using in-field conclusions and observations.
• Use distribution of rock to create subsurface interpretation of the geologic structure.
• Worked in a constantly changing work environment and pace with a number of peers.

• Travel to multiple large outcrops of geologic bedding and perform tasks to infer how they were deposited
• Illustrate and explain the Triassic “Chinstrap” and Jurassic “Armbar” units. As well as observing the Keystone Thrust, The Great Unconformity, and large Paleozoic limestone deposits.
• Work individually to take attitude measurements of bedding to plot on graphics.
• Submit all data everyday completed to professors.

• Study the “Andros Barrier Reef”, the third largest barrier reef in the world.
• Observe both marine biology and marine ecosystems.
• Sketch and illustrate outcrops across Andros island and subsidiary islands
• Visit Joulters Cay and learn about the natural ooid production and deposition in the area alongside other carbonates.
• Work collaboratively with peers to establish an understanding of the many features found across the island with presented graphics.

• Observe geologic features in numerous state and national parks across the United States.
• Sketch and annotate outcrops to determine bedding.
• Become acquainted with the field directly to prepare for future work.