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Environmental Science & Management, B.S. | Class of
Charlotte (Charlie) Kahn
Director of Environmental Education and Service-learning
Employer: Westgate Community School
Job description: Designed and implemented K–12 environmental and sustainability curriculum aligned with academic standards and community values.
Led the coordination of farm-to-school programs, food drives, Earth Week, and Kindness Week events, engaging 500+ students annually.
Built strong partnerships with local organizations to bring hands-on, real-world learning to diverse student populations.
Managed volunteers, parent engagement efforts, and grant-funded initiatives with a focus on equity and inclusion.
About Charlotte (Charlie)
Why did you choose this program?
I worked at a summer camp and fell in love with teaching in the outdoors. The EE program sounded like something that would allow me to grow this passion!
How did this program prepare you for your job?
I regularly use almost everything that I learned in this program. From public speaking, to planning and implementing lessons with our students. I am so glad I took this program.
What did you enjoy most about the program?
My favorite classes were always with Jenn Tarlton. She is an incredible leader, prepares her students well for the real-world and provided so many hands-on learning opportunities. My favorite moment was our class field trip to the Oregon Caves and camping!
What would you say to prospective students who are thinking about applying to this program?
If you are interested in the EE world, there is no better place to pursue this degree. There isn’t a program quite like it.
Go jacks!!