Category: Junior Faculty Advisor

Mason is a junior pursuing a B.S. in Natural Resource Conservation and Management at Western Carolina University. He has a particular interest and passion for marine and wildlife management. When not attending WCU, Mason enjoys hiking, kayaking, building legos, and spending time with loved ones. Mason is looking forward to being a JFA this summer!

Courtney is a rising Senior at George Mason University pursuing a BA in Environmental and Sustainability Studies with a concentration in Conservation. This past semester, she studied at the Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute with the Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation program. She hopes to work as a wildlife biologist in an ornithological field. Outside of school, I’m a big fan of sewing, photography, reading, and especially binging rom-coms. I am beyond pumped to work with the youth delegates of WYSE once again!

Faith is a biology major on a veterinary track, with a strong interest in animal health, conservation, and how environmental changes impact wildlife. She enjoys learning how science can be used to protect ecosystems and improve the well-being of animals. Faith is passionate about encouraging others to ask questions and explore the connections between science, animals, and the environment. She’s looking forward to learning with the delegates and making this an engaging and impactful experience!

Josephine is from Staten Island, New York and is a rising sophomore at Adelphi
University. She is pursuing environmental science, intending to pick up a minor in
biology and graduate with her bachelor’s degree. WYSE is what inspired Josephine
to pursue environmentalism. From a young age, she has always been so passionate
about nature, and in her free time, she enjoys traveling, thrifting, making art, and
reading. Josephine is so excited to be welcomed back into WYSE!

Lori is a rising sophomore at the College of William and Mary from Charlotte, NC. She plans to double major in Environmental Sustainability and Public Policy. Her passion for the environment strengthened at WYSE, and her favorite memories from WYSE include her field visit to Skyline Caverns and exploring D.C. She aspires to pursue a career in environmental policy and justice. At school, she is part of the compost club and Greek life and enjoys spending time outdoors. She loves reading, painting, and traveling to National Parks. Lori is excited to return to WYSE!