Getting here:

I applied to COA directly out of high school. I knew I wanted to stay in Maine. The campus setting, proximity to Acadia National Park, knowledgeable and friendly faculty, and small class sizes made me pick COA. 

Favorite class:

Trees and Shrubs of MDI! Jill is an amazing teacher and you get to spend almost the entire class outside looking at plants.

Internship:

Acadia National Park Vegetation Crew. During the summer of 24, I worked in Acadia removing non-native plant species. This amazing experience taught me a lot about what I want to do as a future career.

Passions & motivations:

I am very passionate about Botany as well as climbing, biking and hiking

Best meal on campus:

Cranberry scones

COA might be the right college for you if...

Are passionate about the natural world and want to study it and love spending time outside. Can follow your passion and pick your own direction.