Award for Research Chanelle Svehla joins ATCOFA as academic advisor

Chanelle Svehla

Chanelle Svehla joined ATCOFA as an academic advisor in spring 2020.

In this postion, Svehla will provide educational guidance for students by assisting them in the planning of course schedules, recommending courses and determining appropriate educational solutions for the variety of situations students may encounter.

Svehla earned both a Bachelor of Science in Forestry and a Master of Science in agriculture from SFA, providing her with valuable insight that will benefit current students.

She is currently developing a Conservation Careers summer camp that will take place on the SFAcampus and will introduce high school students to the field of natural resources management, as well as the career opportunities available.

“I am excited to see this program sprout roots and take off over the years to come,” Svehla said.

Prior to joiningATCOFA, Svehla served as an extension agent for both the Louisiana State UniversityAgCenter and Texas A&M Agrilife Extension Service.

“I am thrilled at the opportunity to work for such a great college and university and help the next generation of conservation and natural resource advocates,” Svehla said.

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