Sara Smith

Midwest Tribal Liaison

Northeast Climate Adaptation Science Center (NE CASC) and College of Menominee Nation

Sara serves as the Midwest Tribal Liaison and is based out of the College of Menominee Nation in Wisconsin. Sara is a direct descendant of the Oneida Nation of Wisconsin. Her experience is in research and development, natural resources, ecology, Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK), and working with indigenous communities in the Midwest. Sara’s interests entail forest ecology and dynamics, bridging the gap between science and indigenous knowledge, climate resilience education, and community outreach.

Sara can be reached by e-mail at ssmith@menominee.edu.