Angela Harter
About Angela Harter
Angela Harter is a Shoreline Restoration Technician at the Chicago Botanic Garden, where she has worked since 2016. She specializes in sustainable shoreline management and has developed monitoring systems to enhance project efficiency.
Work at Chicago Botanic Garden
Angela Harter has served as a Shoreline Restoration Technician at the Chicago Botanic Garden since 2016. In this role, she focuses on implementing sustainable practices in shoreline management. Her work includes collaboration with local environmental organizations to enhance restoration efforts. She has developed a monitoring system that tracks the progress of shoreline restoration projects, which has contributed to improved project efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Angela Harter holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Environmental Studies and Geography from Northeastern Illinois University, where she studied from 2014 to 2016. Prior to that, she earned an Associate's Degree in Science from Triton College, completing her studies there from 2011 to 2014. Her educational background provides her with a solid foundation in environmental science and geography, which supports her work in shoreline restoration.
Background
Angela Harter began her academic journey at Triton College, where she focused on science for three years. She then transferred to Northeastern Illinois University, where she furthered her studies in Environmental Studies and Geography. This educational path equipped her with the knowledge necessary for her current role in shoreline restoration at the Chicago Botanic Garden.
Community Engagement and Outreach
Angela Harter actively participates in community outreach programs aimed at educating the public about the significance of native plant species in shoreline restoration. Through these initiatives, she promotes awareness of environmental issues and the role of native plants in maintaining healthy ecosystems.