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We acknowledge that we are on the traditional homelands of the Puyallup Tribe. The Puyallup people have lived on and stewarded these lands since the beginning of time, and continue to do so today. We recognize that this land acknowledgement is one small step toward true allyship and we commit to uplifting the voices, experiences, and histories of the Indigenous people of this land and beyond.
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Julia (she/her) is committed to leveraging her experiences in the maritime industry, business, environmental education, technology, and marine biology to grow equitable programs that encourage community stewardship actions in the PNW. Julia is defending her M.S. in Marine Biology from the University of Guam, studying Tridacna maxima population genetics. Julia also has a B.A. in Environmental Education from Western Washington University. Born and raised in the PNW. Some of her past experiences include working as a naturalist for the Cousteau family in Grand Cayman, training as a marine biologist and ROV pilot in the Mariana Islands, five years as Communications Director for a silicon-valley startup, and captaining power and sailboats in the US and Caribbean.
Kaitlan (she/her) started with the Seaport in 2022 as an Environmental Educator, and was hired as the Operations Manager in 2023. As of January 2024, she is the Education and Outreach coordinator. Kaitlan graduated from the University of Washington with a bachelor’s in Marine Biology. She is passionate about outdoor education and giving kids hands-on experiences that inspire them to preserve our ecosystems. Kaitlan currently runs the EcoKayak program, teaches other programs, and organizes outreach community events. In her free time, she enjoys cooking, crocheting, and spending time with her dog, Manju.
Connor (he/him) joined the Seaport in the summer of 2022, after serving as an AmeriCorps member at Pierce Conservation District. It was there that he first dipped his toes into Environmental Education and sharing his passion for the outdoors and wildlife with the students of Pierce County, and hopes to continue that work at the Seaport. Connor graduated from Colorado State University with two Bachelor’s degrees in Zoology and Conservation Biology, and then worked at an environmental consulting company in Colorado before moving to Washington State in 2021. One of Connor’s main professional goals is to work hands-on with as many animals as possible, and he is excited to pursue that goal as the Salmon Program Manager. When away from work, Connor enjoys hiking, birding, reading, playing music, and exploring everything the PNW has to offer.
Education programs could not run without the work of our amazing volunteers! They bring enthusiasm and expertise for science and teaching to students of all ages and are dedicated to providing an unforgettable experience.
Click below to check out our current staff openings. If you are interested in volunteering with Education, please email education@fosswaterwayseaport.org