#FacesOfTrentU: Philanthropy in Action
Hannah Mackellar, M.A. in Environmental Sciences Program
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“I believe that my research will be important not only in the conservation of this unique species, but also in my development as a biologist and as a person.”
Hannah Mackellar’s work as an Environmental Science graduate student at Trent has continued to kindle a passion for conservation biology and the study of declining animal species. She was honoured to be awarded by the BMO Financial Group as a Future Green Leader.
Concentrated on the migration habits and breeding ecology of Whimbrels, a declining arctic-breeding shorebird species, Hannah is an intellectual advocate for their preservation and sustainability. With a Trent degree under her belt, Hannah hopes to continue her work in conservation biology either by continuing her research in this field, or pursuing a career as a wildlife veterinarian.
Hannah expresses her sincerest gratitude for the BMO Group’s support, as it is certain to help her along her personal and professional path as a green leader.