The board of directors for Dunes Learning Center announces the addition of 6 new members to guide decisions and further the mission of Dunes Learning Center to inspire lasting curiosity and stewardship with nature. The nonprofit education partner of Indiana Dunes National Park is currently celebrating 25 years of nature-based learning for the stewards of tomorrow.
"The hallmark of all great non-profit organizations is having board members who are committed to its mission," board president Matthew Benus says. "These new board members will continue our tradition and vision of inspiring children to have a deep and connected understanding of our natural world so that they may grow to inspire others with a love of our environment."
New board members include:
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Paige Kurz, Senior Finance Manager, FP&A at MonoSol, a Kuraray Division
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Mike Lancioni, Director, Client Services at SWCA Environmental Consultants
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Millicent M Macon, Media Manager, Molson Coors Beverage Company
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Jory Mathews, 4th Grade Lead Science Teacher, River Forest Community Schools
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Mack Overton, Senior Vice President, Keramida EHS Compliance Services
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Yolanda Stoffregen, Corporate Training/Instructional Design, Retired
“Our board is a big part of who we are,” executive director Heather Hahn Sullivan adds. “This group brings diverse new skills to further our education and fundraising efforts."
Intern Ella Girzadas, Dunes Learning Center Executive Director Heather Hahn Sullivan, The IN Coast Founder Jenny Soffin
About Dunes Learning Center
The nonprofit education partner of Indiana Dunes National Park since 1998, Dunes Learning Center connects students from the diverse communities and backgrounds along Lake Michigan’s south shore with the natural, cultural, historic, and recreational resources of the region. Overnight school-year and summer camp programs in the National Park plus STEM-strong outreach delivered in partnership with classroom teachers explore the science of ecosystems as well as the relationship between people and their environment over time.
Over the last 25 years, more than 175,000 students and campers have experienced the joy and wonder of the local landscape with Dunes Learning Center. The organization welcomes many back as counselors in training, cabin leader interns, environmental education fellows, and employees. Others are inspired to become teachers, scientists, engineers, park rangers, and community leaders who are advocates for the local environment, Lake Michigan, and their National Park. Visit www.DunesLearningCenter.org to learn more.