Victoria Rexhausen, Ph.D.

Heal the Earth.

Heal the Water.

Heal the People.

I am an ecohydrologist working to understand how water moves through landscapes to shape water quality, ecosystem function, and watershed resilience. My research integrates field-based monitoring, geospatial analysis, and data-driven approaches to investigate hydrologic connectivity across human-impacted systems with a focus on nutrient transport, microbial assembly, and responses to disturbances.

Outside of research, I spend much of my time in the mountains and waterways of the Appalachia. I love leading backpacking trips, mountain biking, foraging, snowboarding, and creek exploring. My work is grounded in a deep appreciation for place and is motivated by the vision of thriving, community-centered ecologies in a changing climate.

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Recent travels

Moutnain biking in Tasmania, Australia

Tasmania's scenic coast line

Trout fishing in Tasmania's wild waters

The Overland Track, Cradle Mountain National Park, Tasmania, Australia

Australia's many amazing waterfalls <3

How I balance my time

I have enjoyed backpacking over 400 miles of the Appalachian Trail, 3 states down!

Cohutta Overlook, Ellijay, GA

Sunrise on Signal Point, Signal Mountain, TN

Backpacking with the Girl Scouts, Big South Fork, May 2021

Herbalism

I have been lovingly practicing herbalism / folk medicine for about 7 years. I began providing herbal support to my community and communities in need during the pandemic in 2020. My practice is inspired by my commitment to food and medicine autonomy, rematriation of culture, and harmonic health for all beings. This practice has me looking to identify medicinal and edible plants on my walks in the woods, as well as saving and scattering seeds. I also love to cook and incorporate medicinal plants into my cuisine.

Outdoors Enthusiast

I am an outdoor enthusiast with a variety of interests including backpacking, mountain biking, snowboarding, trail running, white water kayaking, and climbing. Many of my favorite memories involve being covered in dirt on top of a mountain. I now share this love with the upcoming generation through Girl Scouts of America.

Yoga Practice

I have been practicing yoga since I was 16 (over 10 years now). My practice has brought a sense of balance to the mindset with which I approach all things in life.