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Workshop Leaders!
WE THANK THEM FOR THEIR HARD WORK!
Bee Aware
“Ethan Robison is the Pollinator Pals Education Program Coordinator, for Pollinator Project Rogue Valley. An insect enthusiast, he currently is finishing his degree in Environmental Science and Policy at Southern Oregon University, majoring in biology. He is excited to be working with all kinds of pollinators, especially those that some see as “creepy crawlies”. He loves talking to kids of all ages on the subjects of insect biology and ecology"
Blow Me Away!
"Kassidy Seeger is a Transportation Designer and certified EIT with DOWL, engineering. Prior to obtaining her degree she had 3 years’ experience in construction inspection. After graduating from Oregon Institute of Technology with a bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering in 2022 her focus is now roadway widening, full roadway rebuilds and Americans with Disability Act design. She works closely with clients in Oregon, Alaska, and Nevada while also coordinating amongst other disciplines within her work team."
Coding 2 Create
“Brendan Linderman’s interest in computers began when as part of a student TAG program he went to OSMI in Portland to learn basic programming. Tinkering with computers and networks lead him on an Information Technology career. The journey that lasted 25 years, included working in hospital, a private school, a school district and college. He holds a Career and Technical Education (CTE) certificate. Now in his 7th year of teaching at Grants Pass High School, he loves every minute of having the opportunity of sharing the spark and enthusiasm that started him on his path in computer technology. ”
DIY Success
“Larraine Hampton is Garden Supervisor at Home Depot, Grants Pass. While she began work in 2021 as a part time cashier, her hard work coupled with her desire to learn new skills and accept responsibility resulted in her becoming skilled at operating a forklift, order pickers and other equipment , one of the first female employees to gain these skills. Soon assignments took her to the paint and millwork department, then Front-end Supervisor and now a section Supervisor. In addition, she is Captain of the Employee Committee, Kids Workshop and the Voice of the Associate. She plans to keep moving up and become a great leader.”
Hoop It Up
"Suzy Park is a retired private Fine Arts Education Muralist/Visual merchandiser who loves sharing her fascination of Hula Hoops. Prior endeavors have included writing a musical, teaching indoor/outdoor art to children as well as instructing confidence and social balance skills. She is drawn to and teaches “Artiquette”: the science of what happens when you stir up your core with Hula Hooping, through motion and balance, and experience a lovely warm engine for your heart, muscles and brain."
Live Wire
“Marissa Shepherd, Ph.D., fell in love with chemistry in high school and has been on a path to educate herself in chemistry and share that knowledge with everyone ever since. She earned her B.S in chemistry at Caltech (California Institute of Technology) and her Ph.D. in organic chemistry from UC Riverside. Marissa is currently a full-time faculty member at Rogue Community College. Since joining, she has been active in community science fairs and magic shows, spreading the fun of science in the Rogue Valley.”
Rooting 4 U
“Emily Morgan went to George Fox University, where she got her B.S. in Biology with a concentration in Ecology and Field Biology. She then moved to Southern Oregon and worked as an outdoor science educator. Currently, she is a Quality Technician at Mycorrhizal Applications where she ensures that every product has plenty of beneficial fungi and meets high standards of quality.Alison Reeve, Ph.D., earned that degree in Horticulture from Oregon State University specializing in wine grape physiology. She then moved to the Umpqua Valley to work in vineyard management for 5 years. Now, working as a Product Development Specialist at Mycorrhizal Applications, she conducts experiments on the relationships between beneficial fungi and plants for utilization as a biostimulant for agriculture and horticulture."
Water Wizards
"Tammy Howard, an elementary and middle school teacher who taught multiple subjects, she received a B.A. in Liberal Studies from Cal State University, Bakersfield. With a heart for children in foster care, she wrote and published a children’s book to help them navigate fear, anxiety, and confusion. Upon retiring and moving to Grants Pass she continues her passion for teaching children by being a substitute teacher and volunteering her time to the youth in Grants Pass."
Solar Sleuths
“Alan Meyer’s experience in the electric utility industry has provided him an extensive and varied career. With a B.A. in management his various positions have included working for a large steam power plant, being maintenance supervisor at a nuclear power plant, and managing a customer call center. Currently director of customer and community affairs in Southern Oregon, he enjoys the opportunity to share his knowledge about solar energy, inspiring youth to think beyond the more traditional modes of power.”