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I am an Assistant Professor of Environmental Education at Florida Gulf Coast University. I hold a PhD in Science Education from NC State University, along with master’s degrees in Biodiversity, and Environment and Development. I specialize in informal environmental learning and have worked extensively with both urban and rural communities in India. My research focuses on understanding the motivations behind environmental social movements and using social analysis to explore how learning and motivation spread within communities. I currently teach courses in environmental education and environmental philosophies at FGCU.

I have been teaching nature and natural history for 50 years and am the winner of the New England Environmental Alliance's award for Non-Formal Education. I am a retired geology and environmental science professor but still work at Camp Pemigewassett, a camp for boys in the White Mountains of NH. Interim Vice-President and Board Member: New Hampshire Environmental Educators

I am very interested in obtaining the North American Association for Environmental Education Certification because I want to teach young children to explore and protect our environment. I have participated in various science programs and activities throughout my educational career. I took part in GSK Science in the Summer, the Space Camp Cadette Program, Project Plants (NC State University), the Center for Aquatic Ecology Camp (NCSU), and the Catalyst Program at the Science House (NCSU). These programs have taught me the importance of science in our communities.

I am graduating from NCSU this semester with a BA in biological sciences and a minor in applied ecology. Currently, I work both for the city of Raleigh and Wake county as a park aide and teach various programs. As I am continuing to expand my knowledge on science communication, I find myself wanting to pursue a career that is at a minimum, adjacent to education. Naturally, continuing to develop my skills and seeking out an EE certification felt like the best course of action.

I has always enjoyed spending time outdoors and learning all I can from nature. As a lifelong learner and outdoor enthusiast, I am passionate about teaching the science of nature to help others foster a deeper understanding and appreciation for our natural environment. I attained a B.S. in Environmental Studies and a B.S. in Mathematics from Shenandoah University. Continuing my education, I went on to complete a M.S. in Environmental Science and Policy with a concentration in Aquatic Ecology at George Mason University.