Natalie is a Master of Biology Student at James Madison University under Dr. Heather Griscom’s lab. Formerly a botany technician with VWL, Natalie transitioned from staff to research fellow to explore management impacts on native plant conservation in VWL’s study region. Natalie supports plant community data analysis and interpretation, helping to inform best land management strategies and engage the local community in grassland conservation efforts. Natalie received her Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies-Ecology from the University of North Carolina at Asheville.