Outdoor U & Abbey Arboretum Staff

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Outdoor U Educators

General Information

Peter Engel Science Center, 2nd Floor, SJU Campus

320-363-3163
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John Geissler

Outdoor U Director
Abbey Land Manager

213 Peter Engel, SJU
320-363-3126

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Owen Connell

Assistant Director
preK-12 Environmental Education

207 Peter Engel, SJU
320-363-3133

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Lucas Wade

Assistant Director
CSB and SJU Outdoor Education

211 Peter Engel, SJU
320-363-2136

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Jenny Hengel

Environmental Educator
Camp Coordinator
Prep School Instructor

203 Peter Engel, SJU
320-363-3166

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Caitlynn LaSota

Environmental Educator
Community Education
Coordinator

203 Peter Engel, SJU
320-363-3164

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Fellowships & Americorps

A young man sits barefoot on a large rock by a river. He is wearing a hoodie, shorts, and a backward cap, with a background of flowing water and lush greenery. He is smiling and appears relaxed, enjoying the natural scenery.

James Siems

Climate Impact Project
Coordinator 2024-25

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A person with long brown hair, wearing a light gray T-shirt, is standing outdoors in front of a tree. The sun is shining through the leaves, creating a soft, glowing effect. The background includes a grassy area and more trees. The person is smiling.

Ellen Wilson

Environmental Education
Fellow 2024-25

209 Peter Engel, SJU

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Abbey Land Management

Con Brady

Abbey Forest Professional

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Gabriella Backes

Abbey Forest Specialist

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Coordinator

Jenny Kutter

Department Coordinator & Assistant to the Chair
Environmental Studies &
Outdoor U

201 Peter Engel, SJU
320-363-3163

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