UCSC Fort Ord Natural Reserve inspires youth to consider careers in natural science, conservation

Fort Ord Natural Reserve Director Joe Miller introducing field studies to students from a nearby charter high school. (Photo by Barbara Lawrence-Emanuel, Learning for Life Charter School)
Fort Ord Natural Reserve Director Joe Miller introducing field studies to students from a nearby charter high school. (Photo by Barbara Lawrence-Emanuel, Learning for Life Charter School)

As the only full-time staff member at UC Santa Cruz’s Ford Old Natural Reserve, Director Joe Miller doesn’t need to create more work for himself. And yet, he’s managed to do just that by successfully partnering with a nearby charter high school that brings students onto the 610-acre property to teach students about local natural history and introduce them to career pathways in natural science and conservation. Read more at https://news.ucsc.edu/2024/06/fort-ord-reserve.html

Last modified: Jun 12, 2024