Shelby Paige Moshier is driven beyond measure. As an undergraduate biology student at California State University, Fresno, Shelby is always finding a way to keep moving forward towards her goals even in the face of adversity.

In addition to her classes, Shelby is a member of the Smittcamp Family Honors College and the Fresno State chapter of Phi Kappa Phi. She also works as a lab manager and conducts research on Californian birds in a conservation biology research lab. When she isn’t doing homework, volunteering, or researching, Shelby loves to spend time outside and with her family, pets and friends.

Shelby plans to graduate with a bachelor’s degree in biology, obtain a certificate in Geographic Information Systems and attend graduate school. Her ultimate goal is to become a research professor which will allow her to continue to enjoy outdoor field work and research.