Beatriz Cañas
About Beatriz Cañas
Beatriz Cañas serves as the Program Manager for Secondary Education Programs at the Chicago Botanic Garden, where she has worked since 2017. She has extensive experience in managing educational programs that promote diversity in conservation fields.
Work at Chicago Botanic Garden
Beatriz Cañas serves as the Program Manager for Secondary Education Programs at the Chicago Botanic Garden. She has held this position since 2017, contributing to the development and management of educational initiatives aimed at fostering diversity within conservation fields. Her role involves overseeing programs that engage secondary education students and promote awareness of conservation issues.
Education and Expertise
Beatriz Cañas holds a Bachelor's degree in Sociology from the University of Wisconsin - Madison, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Education from the University of Michigan, completing her studies from 2013 to 2015. Her academic background supports her expertise in managing educational programs and initiatives in conservation.
Background
Beatriz Cañas has been involved in conservation education initiatives for over six years. Her experience includes managing programs that aim to increase diversity in the conservation sector. She has also studied at Pontificia Universidad Católica De Chile, which adds to her diverse educational background and understanding of global conservation issues.
Achievements in Conservation Education
As the manager of the Doris Duke Conservation Scholars Program, Beatriz Cañas focuses on secondary education and aims to inspire the next generation of conservation leaders. This program is designed to provide opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds to engage with conservation efforts and develop their skills in this field.