Through the fellowship program, I explored agroecological concepts in the context of Vermont. My mentor placement was with the Lake Champlain Sea Grant, through which I contributed to watershed education initiatives. Utilized systems thinking approaches to engage in critical conversations about sustainable and just food system transformationEvaluated diversified farming systems through farm visits and conversations with stakeholdersCreated social marketing materials for commercial audiences to encourage sustainable road salt application practicesAdapted place-based watershed curriculum to hands-on settings with diverse audiences

Planted, harvested and processed organic vegetables and flowersPacked CSAs for the Health Care Share programPrepared food in a commercial kitchen for approximately 70 people

Planted, harvested, and processed organic vegetables and flowersPacked CSAs for the Health Care Share programPrepared food in a commercial kitchen for approximately 70 people