Kate Wilkins

Kate Wilkins serves as the Regional Conservation Director for the Denver Zoological Foundation since June 2022. Prior experience includes positions as a US Department of Agriculture Postdoctoral Fellow and Postdoctoral Researcher at Colorado State University from 2014 to 2022, focusing on the impacts of climate change on plant species. Wilkins also contributed to research on wildlife communities related to bison reintroduction during doctoral studies at Colorado State University, where a PhD in Ecology was achieved. Additional roles encompass research assistance with the City of Fort Collins, fellowship at the American Association of University Women, and environmental education positions. Academic credentials include a Bachelor's degree in Public Relations and environmental studies, a Master's in Ecology, and a PhD in Ecology, all obtained from reputable institutions.