Marlyn Argueta interviews Chris Swann, Environmental Analyst & CIO.
How did you get started working on watersheds?
I started mostly through an interest in science and natural resources. In college, I had a really great Natural Resource program manager who got how a lot of different disciplines went into watershed management, including things like business management and communications. Then an opportunity for an internship at the Center opened up, and I have been living the dream ever since.
What is your favorite part about working for the Center?
The variety of projects and opportunities to learn new skills are a big plus. Being able to work on the number of topics that are related to watershed management helps you see the big picture and how everything fits together. The Center also allows me to learn new things on a daily basis from my CWP colleagues.
Now for the silly questions. At which store would you like to max-out your credit card?
Lidz
What was your favorite TV show when growing up?
I refuse to answer on the grounds that I will really date myself. Let’s go with something generic like Scooby-Doo mysteries.
Choose a movie title for the story of your life.
Dodgeball: A True Underdog Story
Which sea creature is your favorite?
Deep Sea Dragonfish
What is the nerdiest thing you do in your spare time?
Curate my collection of pocket protectors and protractors.
What is your favorite river?
As a parent I have learned not to play favorites. I love all rivers equally.
What’s the strangest talent you have?
The ability to fill out staff questionnaires.
If you could have any one superpower, which would you choose?
It seems like the ability to see the future would be best. Then I could get winning lottery numbers on a regular basis.
If you won the lottery, what would be the first thing you would buy?
That would depend entirely on how much I won. Hopefully with my superpower from the previous question it would be a Powerball drawing.
What do you want to make sure you do before you die?
Develop a cure for death.
