Austin Lang
About Austin Lang
Austin Lang serves as the Journey 2050 Education Coordinator at The Calgary Stampede and is a Research Associate at Royal Roads University. With a background in environmental education and entrepreneurship, he has contributed to various climate adaptation projects and holds a Master's degree in Environmental Education and Communication.
Work at Calgary Stampede
Austin Lang has held multiple roles at The Calgary Stampede since 2015. He currently serves as the Journey 2050 Education Coordinator, a position he has held since 2018. In this role, he focuses on educational initiatives related to sustainability and agriculture. Prior to this, he worked as an Environmental Specialist from 2016 to 2018, where he contributed to environmental management efforts. He also briefly served as a Recruitment Administrator in 2015, where he was involved in the hiring processes.
Education and Expertise
Austin Lang holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a focus on Innovation and Entrepreneurship from Mount Royal University, which he completed from 2013 to 2017. He furthered his education by earning a Master of Environmental Education and Communication from Royal Roads University between 2017 and 2020. His academic background equips him with a strong foundation in both business and environmental education, enabling him to effectively contribute to sustainability initiatives.
Background
Austin Lang co-founded Green Cup, an initiative focused on sustainability, where he worked from 2015 to 2018. His professional journey includes significant experience in environmental roles, particularly at The Calgary Stampede. He has been involved in various projects that address climate change adaptation and resilience, showcasing his commitment to environmental issues and education.
Research and Projects
Austin Lang is actively involved in research projects funded by the Social Science and Humanities Research Council of Canada. He participates in the Adaptation Learning Network project, which aims to enhance climate change adaptation skills among Canadian professionals. Additionally, he is part of the Youth Designing Climate Resilience project, collaborating with institutions such as Royal Roads University, the University of British Columbia, and the University of Puerto Rico. His work with the Resilience by Design Lab focuses on empowering climate action through educational initiatives.