Jenipher, a native Texan, has been diving since 2003. She received her B.A. in marine biology from Texas A&M University (TAMU) and her Ph.D. at TAMU, Galveston, investigating the water quality and flow of cave springs in Bermuda. This research will be tied to a coral reef study to determine if pollutants are leaching into groundwater in Bermuda. Jenipher is now a Marine Biologist who gives lectures around the country, most recently in January of this year at the Anchorage Museum. Her hobbies include sailing, caving, backpacking, and theatre.