I AM…
a curious, creative, driven, adventurous lover of the outdoors.

I BELIEVE…
that, with an attuned perspective and open eyes, you can find pockets of beauty all around you. Embracing the challenge that is looking deeply at your surroundings leads to a greater appreciation for your native landscapes.

BIO
Rose is a part of the Piedmont Discovery Center team as a 2025 research intern. In this role, she assists with locating and documenting old growth remnant grasslands throughout the state. Through this data collection, she supports the Piedmont Grasslands Assessment team in their mission to conserve these areas of impressive biodiversity.

Rose is a Virginia native who was born and raised in Charlottesville. She has spent her life appreciating the many natural wonders Virginia has to offer through practically growing up in Shenandoah National Park as well as doing volunteer work restoring the Appalachian trail. Currently, she is working towards an undergraduate degree in Biology and English at the College of William & Mary. She hopes to pursue a career working in conservation and habitat restoration both throughout her time in college and upon her graduation.