Mission of EcoReach
The purpose of EcoReach is to connect graduate, undergraduate, and professional ecologists at the University of Georgia with school-age children in order to heighten awareness of the science of ecology and environmental issues. By interacting with young people, we hope to raise awareness and enthusiasm for science, while supplementing the schools’ curriculum to meet objectives in the state curriculum guidelines.
EcoReach is here to interact with teachers to provide flexible programs designed to meet the needs of their students. We also serve our community through informal educational opportunities, such as presenting programs to local scout groups, providing judges for science fairs, and presenting programs at local science days.
EcoReach Goals
- To share information about the ecology with the community
- To strengthen awareness of environmental issues
- To inspire an interest in the environment in school-age children
- To provide educational opportunities for students and faculty in the School of Ecology
EcoReach Volunteers
Our organization is made up primarily of graduate students, undergraduate students, post-doctoral researchers and faculty from the Odum School of Ecology at the University of Georgia. We also have some members from other departments at UGA. We are a student-organized group with a faculty advisor, Dr. Brittney Ferrari. Ph.D. student Supraja Rajagopal serves as coordinator.
The Areas Served by EcoReach
We are happy to serve areas within a one-half hour drive of the University of Georgia.
Support EcoReach
To make a donation to support EcoReach, please click here.
Contact Us
Contact us via email at [email protected], through coordinator Supraja Rajagopal, or follow us on Instagram(@EcoReachUGA).