Women in Science Stories

The National Park Service is dedicated to sharing a rich American narrative and to highlighting the voices of women whose vision, tenacity, and resilience move them to climb mountains, expand boundaries in science, shape history, and protect the environment.

Explore the stories below that celebrate women and highlight the trailblazing women in the NPS that continue to shape conservation and innovation in science.

 

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  Dear Future Girl Conservationist

  The world needs science, and science needs women and girls. It’s your time and you are not alone! There is a community of women in many fields of science who are here for you. They can give you words of wisdom and encouragement to get past tough obstacles to succeed and keep you going. You go girl! Video by: Mackenzie Reed. Thanks to Katie Nuessly and Leslie Richardson

  Duration:

  3 minutes, 8 seconds

 

Highlighted Stories

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  Veronica Dickerson

  Watch as Veronica takes us through her inspiring journey of how she became the go-to person for cleaning up contaminated sites in parks.

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  Kat Ko

  Read about Kat Ko's journey from student, to intern, to becoming a Biologist at the National Park Service.

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  Shauna Ertolacci

  Read about Shauna's story of overcoming her fear of the unknown to pursue her passion of preserving the environment.