Jennifer Holler
Natural Resources
Why did you choose the COF and Natural Resources?
I am really passionate about conservation and know that it is what I want to work in for my future career. I don’t have an exact job in mind yet, and I thought Natural Resources is a broader degree that could be relevant in a number of occupations. I loved that it had an option for a concentration in fish and wildlife conservation, which is exactly what I want to work in.
What’s your favorite class you’ve taken so far?
My favorite class so far has been NR 202: Natural Resource Problems and Solutions. I loved all of the lectures and assignments for that class. I told people that I wish all of my classes could be exactly like that one.
What do you love most about being an Ecampus COF student?
The best part of being an Ecampus student is the flexibility. I am able to fit the lectures and assignments around my work schedule. Having to attend in-person classes is something that held me back from working on my degree in the past because I couldn’t balance both work and school. Being able to earn my degree online has opened up a whole new world for me.
What are you hoping or planning to do after graduation?
I want to use my degree to work in conservation, helping to keep endangered species from going extinct.
What’s your favorite book/movie genre or your all-time favorite title?
One of my favorite books is “Braiding Sweetgrass” by Robin Wall Kimmerer. It was required reading for a class I took a couple of years ago, and I absolutely loved it.
Kevin Anderson
Tourism, Recreation and Adventure Leadership
Why did you choose the COF and Tourism, Recreation and Adventure Leadership?
I chose the COF and TRAL field because since I was young, I’ve always wanted to be a Park Ranger. I love the outdoors and being a part of the process of not only conserving the land but also making it enjoyable to recreate.
What’s your favorite class you’ve taken so far?
My favorite class so far has been FOR 111: Introduction to Forestry. Learning new things everyday about the forest ecosystem has been very enjoyable.
What do you love most about being an Ecampus COF student?
Having the opportunity to earn a degree while still being at home with my family has been a true blessing. And the instructors have been more than understanding with some of the pitfalls of e-learning.
What are you hoping to do after graduation?
I’m hoping to be able to be a park manager after I earn my degree with either the state or the U.S. Forest Service.
What do you like to do in your free time?
I don’t know what free time is…But in all seriousness, I enjoy fishing, hunting, golfing and spending time with my kids and my grandson.
