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I coordinate a minor in environmental education at Elon University. I teach the capstone course outside in a forest classroom. My research is broadly focused on ecologically minded teaching.

As an environmental educator, I am passionate about getting people outside to find community and wonder in our natural world. 

I am an environmental education researcher in the Civic Ecology Lab at Cornell University.

Blog: http://environmental.education

Website: http://alexkudryavtsev.org

I am an informal educator with a background in Zoology, Marine Biology, and Conservation. I've worked at several zoos gaining experience and have turned to an educational setting to enhance public appreciation for and actions on behalf of wildlife and wild places.

Working to inspire nature connection, community engagement, and environmental stewardship to create a meaningful and lasting sense of place for individuals of all ages and backgrounds.

Erin began her career as a public-school educator in 2005. She is currently an elementary school counselor and was named the 2019 Virginia School Counselor of the Year. Historically, Erin focused on using mindfulness and yoga practices to support her students' mental health and wellness. She completed the Mindful Schools Curriculum Training and contributed to the development of the elementary school mindfulness curriculum for MINDS Inc. Erin is also a Registered Children’s Yoga Teacher and has led implementation of Yoga 4 Classrooms at her school and several schools throughout Fairfax County. Recently, Erin has become interested in utilizing the therapeutic benefits of nature to support her students. She is currently enrolled in the Virginia Environmental Education Certification program with the hopes of integrating aspects of environmental education into her school counseling program. Erin also leads the Green Team at her school and is working closely with students to design a new outdoor learning space and school garden on their campus. 

Hola!  I am a San Jose, California native who has been in the field of education for ninteen years.  I have worked in all kinds of educational environments: classrooms, Maker Ed faires, museums and (most recently) at the Martial Cottle County Park visitor center.  

I have my M.Ed in Art Education and an MFA in Comics.  I am, also, a painter and have had my work exhibited at the de Young Museum and various galleries in the San Jose area.  I recently finished a fellowship with the city of San Jose that focused on sustainability through our art practices.  The program was called the Resilient Climate Artist program.