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Grand Teton Spring Break Academy 2011

March 12th - 18th, 2011 Grand Teton National Park Moose, WY 83012 Program Supervisor, Rita Corliss Program Coordinator, Clarissa Mendez

Carl Foster-Corps Member

Submitted by mrichardson.corps on Mon, 03/21/2011 - 14:19

Carl Foster attends North Texas University where he is honing the craft of education and advancing his knowledge in natural history,
anthropology, geology, sciences, sociology, history, and global perspective. "I am open minded, spontaneous,
free-spirited, and fancy-free."

Magdalena Hernandez-Corps Member

Submitted by mrichardson.corps on Mon, 03/21/2011 - 14:11

Maggie is from Humble, TX, and has exercised her love for the outdoors through various programs, including the Student Conservation Association. She is a four-time SCA alum including terms with Conservation Leadership Corps, Commuter Crew, National Conservation Crew, and NPS/SCA Academy.

Victoria Vann-Corps Member

Submitted by mrichardson.corps on Mon, 03/21/2011 - 14:10

Victoria lives in Lowell, MA and is pursuing a degree in political science at the University of Massachusetts. Victoria is currently working at Lowell National HIstorical Park as a park ranger and would like to expand her capacity by exploring other national parks.

Sydney Taylor-Corps Member

Submitted by mrichardson.corps on Mon, 03/21/2011 - 14:08

Sydney lives in Savannah, GA and attends Savannah State University pursuing a degree in business/administration and resource management. Sydney's lovable and calm nature make him a favorite of everyone he meets while his goal-driven attitude helps him achieve his objectives.

Joseph Vaughn-Corps Member

Submitted by mrichardson.corps on Mon, 03/21/2011 - 13:38

Joseph, from McDonough, GA, and will be continuing his higher education at the University of Georgia this spring for a degree in Forestry. Coming from an active background, Joseph would like to further explore the outdoors by way of seasonal work as a forest ranger or wildland firefighter.

Gimie Doherty-Corps Member

Submitted by mrichardson.corps on Mon, 03/21/2011 - 13:35

Gimie lives in Silver Spring, MD and is pursuing a degree in social work with a minor in sociology at the University of Maryland. Born in Haiti, Gimie's strong communication skills and diplomatic nature help her adjust to new and increasingly complex challenges.

Ashley Broomfield-Corps Member

Submitted by mrichardson.corps on Mon, 03/21/2011 - 13:29

Ashley attends South Carolina University and is pursuing a bachelor's degree in Education. Ashley's lighthearted nature and positive outlook color her interactions as she interacts with and educates others.

Ashlee Lee-Corps Members

Submitted by mrichardson.corps on Mon, 03/21/2011 - 13:18

Ashlee from McDonough, GA, is attending Fort Valley University pursuing a bachelor's degree in Animal Sciences. Ashlee is passionate about her major and the specimens she works with, this passion translates to her interactions with the environment and other people.

Ariel Wan-Yee Chan-Corps Member

Submitted by mrichardson.corps on Mon, 03/21/2011 - 12:53

Ariel from Lawrenceville, GA, is attending the University of Georgia for a bachelor's degree in Food Sciences. She is goal-oriented, ambitious, and inquisitive about nature and diverse perspectives.

Alisabeth Rose Merlo-Corps Member

Submitted by mrichardson.corps on Mon, 03/21/2011 - 12:51

Ali, from Arcata, CA is attending Humboldt University, pursuing a bachelor's degree in Environmental Studies. She is explorative and playful in nature. She is exploring field work opportunities in order to dial in her career pathway.

Alfredo Saenz-Corps Member

Submitted by mrichardson.corps on Sat, 03/19/2011 - 13:13

Alfredo, from San Antonio, TX is pursuing a Master's in Public Affairs at St. Mary's University. He is currently pursuing job opportunities in the National Parks, specifically with Grand Teton National Park.

Carina Ruiz - Project Leader

Submitted by lhawkes on Fri, 03/18/2011 - 13:51

Through a partnership with SCA and Friends of the Forest Preserves, Carina has completed an urban prescribed fire internship and led a crew of high school students in Chicago. Currently, she collaborates with 25 students which participate in the Chicago community program; facilitating youth led community workshops, sustaining three community gardens, providing green job readiness training, and promoting environmental stewardship.

Spring Break Academy Group Photo

Submitted by mrichardson.corps on Thu, 03/17/2011 - 15:25
Spring Break Academy Group Photo

Youn Han - Project Leader

Submitted by lhawkes on Fri, 03/11/2011 - 16:35

Hailing from Marietta, GA, Youn has traveled the world and the nation teaching, adventuring, exploring, and spreading the word of conservation. She currently lives in southwestern New Hampshire and will be starting Antioch University New England in the fall with a concentration in Environmental Education.

Lisa Kim Banks - Project Leader

Submitted by lhawkes on Fri, 03/11/2011 - 16:32

In January, Lisa began a serious endeavor to complete all 9 seasons of the X-files series. She's currently in the third season of this show. Mulder's sagacity, determination, and unwavering quest for the truth exemplify Lisa's ideal human being. She also enjoys the outdoors.

On Lee Lau - Project Leader

Submitted by lhawkes on Fri, 03/11/2011 - 16:30

On Lee started working with SCA over 10 years ago, as a high school volunteer, intern, then crew leader. She currently lives in Vancouver, BC and enjoys biking, hiking, and ecology. She holds a Masters in Botany from North Carolina State and has done research in Costa Rica, Brazil, and New Zealand.

Grand Teton National Park

Submitted by lhawkes on Tue, 02/15/2011 - 12:54

Located in northwestern Wyoming, Grand Teton National Park preserves a spectacular landscape rich with majestic mountains, pristine lakes and extraordinary wildlife. The park's world-renowned scenery attracts nearly four million visitors per year.

Grand Teton National Park