Gillian serves as a Programs Associate at Delta Institute. Prior to joining Delta, Gillian spent the last three years working on interdisciplinary research projects that cover topics such as agricultural conservation, decision-making, sociology, and psychology. She also served as a volunteer lead for The Nature Conservancy in Ohio, leading preserve maintenance efforts, environmental education, and conducting community outreach efforts in urban areas. Gillian holds a B.A. in Political Science, specializing in Democracy & Law, and an M.S. in Environmental Studies from The Ohio State University. In her free time, she enjoys watching movies, reading old books, cooking, and lounging with her cat, Poco.
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Gillian Chesnut
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