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Geoff's work combines: Environment & Nature, Education, and Upholding a Cause and Belief
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Day In The Life
Skills &
Education
Here's the path I took:
High School
Bachelor's Degree
English Language and Literature, General
The University of Montana
Bachelor's Degree
Philosophy
The University of Montana
Here's the path I recommend for someone who wants to be a Forest and Conservation Workers:
High School
Bachelor's Degree: Environmental/Natural Resources Management and Policy, General
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Life & Career Milestones
My path in life has been direct
1.
Had a passion for sharing knowledge and experience with others.
2.
Majored in English and Philosophy with focus on teaching.
3.
Moved from New England to Montana and learned of other opportunities to teach.
4.
Discovered environmental education and began volunteering at local natural resource non-profits.
5.
Obtained an EE fellowship with Rocky Mountain Conservancy.
6.
Realized my interest in designing and managing a program from start to finish.
7.
Opened myself up to opportunities to combine my passion for nature, education, and management.
8.
Aspired to manage a conservation corps program at Rocky Mountain Conservancy after my fellowship.
Defining Moments
How I responded to discouragement
THE NOISE
Messages from Society in general:
Studying Literature and Philosophy won't help you obtain a sustainable career.
How I responded:
I didn't close myself into the disciplines. Rather, I used the skills I gained in critical thinking, writing, and idea organization to pursue a career I was passionate about in the field of natural resources.
Experiences and challenges that shaped me