a rising star in sedimentology, Edwina Beatty has adopted a direct, no nonsense attitude after being underestimated or dismissed throughout her career in the earth sciences as a female person of color. Nonetheless, she loves her work and her students, who adore her for her unwavering support and sly sense of humor. She lives in Las Vegas’ arts district with her husband, a high school principal, and their two springer spaniels.