Olivia Houpt and Paula Joseph are both undergraduate researchers with Dr. Stu Ludsin here at the AEL. Both of these accomplished and hard-working students have successfully defended their undergraduate theses in preparation for their upcoming graduation with research distinction!

Olivia's thesis is titled, Understanding the impact of invasive Bythotrephes longimanus on Yellow Perch angling success in western Lake Erie.

Paula's thesis is titled, Assessing Sandusky River's Contribution to Western Lake Erie's Walleye population: Pre-Dam Removal Perspectives and Management Implications.

Congratulations to both Paula and Olivia on their hard work and diligence in these efforts!