February 20, 2026 Update

Over the fall 2025 semester, the Respect the Rut campaign advanced through hands-on research, student collaborations, and public outreach. Highlights include analyzing visitor surveys and sign placements, publishing my first Planet Forward article, drafting my second article for Planet Forward, and working with local students to create interpretive art for the Spirit of the Elk gallery. These efforts combine education, creativity, and community engagement to promote ethical wildlife viewing and conservation awareness.