Alumnus Promoted at Environmental Education Center

NMU international studies alumnus Chris Wellens was promoted to assistant executive director at Prescott Farm Environmental Education Center in Laconia, N.H. The nonprofit offers year-round programs for all ages designed to "preserve and pass down knowledge and skills that encourage an understanding of the natural systems that sustain us all and respect for the environment."

According to his online bio, Wellens is a Wisconsin native who grew up exploring the outdoors with family. He moved to the New England region in 2011 and has worked in various capacities at camps and environmental centers. Some of his roles have included program instructor, wilderness trip leader, environmental educator, nature director, farm camp director, director of education, and resident camp director.

Aside from work, Wellens is a gardener, beekeeper, food preserver, traveler, hiker and cross-country skier.