Women in Science Stories

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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.

 
 

Highlighted Stories

  • graphic of a woman and a horse text reads Veronica Dickerson
    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.

  • graphic of a young woman smiling text reads Kat Ko
    Kat Ko

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

  • graphic of a woman in NPS uniform kneeling in sand on a beach text reads Shauna Ertolacci
    Shauna Ertolacci

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

 

Women in Science and Conservation Stories

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    Last updated: February 20, 2025