2019 O’Neil Conservation Stewards

Jeanne Wu As a graduate of SUNY-College of Environmental College and Forestry with a BS in Wildlife Science, Jeanne Wu wants to continue her education and obtain an in-depth understanding of the natural world. It is Jeanne’s ambition to let everyone see the beauty in nature and to appreciate all that it gives us. Outside of her field, Jeanne enjoys orchestral music, cultural foods and exercise disguised as fun with friends. It’s Jeanne’s belief that engaging people of all ages and social status in the conservation movement is critical to environmental health. Julia Damiano Julia Damiano is a Long Island native, from Glen Head, NY. From an early age, Julia knew that she loved our natural world. Her love for the environment moved her to pursue a BS in Agriculture and Natural Resources as well as a triple minor in Environmental Humanities, Wildlife Ecology and Conservation and  Resource Economics from the University of Delaware, where she will be graduating this spring. After the summer, Julia will attend Northeastern University and work towards an MS in Environmental Science and Policy. Samantha Pepe Samantha Pepe is a senior Environmental Science major at SUNY Oneonta. She is returning home after a semester abroad studying in Ireland and exploring Europe. Some of her favorite activities include hiking, reading, and walks with her dog.  She loves working outdoors in the field and has done so in Oneonta, New Orleans, and Guatemala during her college years. She is passionate about environmental conservation and can’t wait to spend her summer doing what she enjoys most.