Prescott College ASK Career Network
Mentor Biography

Jody Karr-Silaski, Dripping Springs, TX
Administrative Coordinator: Westcave Preserve

Professional Biography:
Jody serves as Administrative Coordinator at Westcave Preserve and is located in Dripping Springs, TX. Prior to joining Westcave Preserve, Jody served as Programming Director at Lake Buchanan Adventures. Before arriving at Lake Buchanan Adventures, Jody served as Administrative Director at Red Salmon Arts.
At present, Jody is a member of the American Canoe Association. Jody attended Prescott College where she studied Environmental Studies and earned a Bachelors degree in 1991. She also attended St. Edward's University where she studied Human Services/Conflict Resolution and earned a Masters degree in 1998. Jody's core expertise includes program administration, environmental education and kayaking instruction.

Personal Biography:
In her personal time, Jody enjoys hiking, gardening, kayaking and birding.

Please provide a work description:
Jody supports program development and implementation; coordinating special events; developing marketing and outreach material; manages volunteer programs; and builds relationships with local landowners and other regional stakeholders.

Prescott College ASK Network Q & A
Q: Please provide a listing of the UG School(s) you attended:
A: American University, Portland School of Art, Prescott College
Q: Please list your major(s)/concentration(s):
A: Political Science/Environmental Studies/Photography
Q: Please list your minor(s)/breadth(s):
A: Photography
Q: What was your UG year of graduation at PC?
A: 1991
Q: Please list your undergraduate activities:
A: Facilitated weekly community meetings at PC; member of the Student Environmental Network at PC
Q: Please list your graduate school:
A: St. Edward's University
Q: Please list your graduate major/concentration:
A: Human Services Administration/Conflict Resolution
Q: What was your graduate year of graduation?
A: 1998
Q: Please list any professional organizations or board affiliations:
A: American Canoe Association member