After memorizing thousands of scientific names of species in my classes, I realized that the most important part of learning about the environment is not using my knowledge to complete a task but rather transforming it to be shared with others. Therefore, I decided to use my Fish, Wildlife, and Conservation Biology degree to pursue a career in environmental education. The National Park Service's mission states that it "preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values of the national park system for the enjoyment, education, and inspiration of this and future generations" (NPS, 2018). As an environmental educator, I want to focus on "this and future generations" by having meaningful conversations that inspire a love for nature but also guide them to acknowledge the idea of balance and compromise that follow any decisions regarding the environment. In addition, I actively promote the idea that nature is for everyone, finding ways to make it accessible to people with disabilities and providing opportunities for underrepresented populations to experience it. My professional interests include but are not limited to wildlife biology, ecology, environmental education, and wildlife management. My objective is to obtain a career that uses critical thinking skills, learning and teaching strategies, communication, and teamwork in order to make a difference in local and national ecosystems.As an overall enthusiast of the outdoors, you can find me skiing, cycling, hiking, running, or taking photos in nature in my free time.
Listed skills include Research, Microsoft Office, Python, Wildlife Indentification, and 46 others.