Turning Inspiration
into Action
EPI's programs bridge cultural gaps, protect threatened species, and empower the next generation of conservation leaders, one student at a time. But these programs are just the seeds of positive change.
Real change takes time. We provide alumni with continued engagement opportunities through internships, workshops, collegiate scholarships, mentorship programs, and more, allowing deep change to take root and creating the conditions for lifelong growth.
EPI alumni report that our programs have a lasting impact on their education, careers, environmental dispositions, and behaviors. Even more critically, these programs also cultivate social awareness and leadership skills, allowing us to magnify those impact across the wider community, catalyzing deep, systematic change.
Opportunities and Resources
Our commitment to conserve and protect ecosystems doesn't stop when we finish a course, and we know our alumni feel the same way. Whether it's leading you to conservation jobs and internships, furthering your field education and research, funding your conservation project ideas, or connecting you to our expansive global network of alumni, we want to support you!
5% WRFI Tuition Discount!
Continue your field education! To redeem your discount, note that you are an EPI Alum in your application, or email matt@wrfi.net.
10% Freeflow Institute Discount!
Want to further your science communication skills in wild spaces? Redeem your discount by emailing sarah@ecologproject.org!
2026 Alumni Reunion
DATES: JANUARY 12-18, 2026
Our exclusive, discounted alumni volunteer trip takes place each January. Don't miss the chance to reconnect with fellow EPI alumni and staff while soaking
up all Pacuare Reserve has to offer!
Reunion Highlights:
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Help Pacuare Reserve prepare for leatherback nesting season
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Connect with fellow EPI alumni
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Explore and learn about the surrounding rainforest
Find more details and the itinerary.
2025 Alumni Leadership Award Winning Projects
Bird Strike Reduction
Shterna is dedicated to reducing the number of bird deaths due to collisions with windows at her university.
"I hope to open up a discussion on campus or even inspire other students to make changes as well. Birds are incredible, diverse, and important. If we do not protect them, who will?”- Shterna (20)
Fostering Environmental Stewardship Through Outdoor Education
Ganesh is passionate about creating a lasting impact in his hometown of Manipal, India by educating his community about protecting their ecological heritage.
“I am working with the vision of the centre becoming a world class institute that fosters
environmental stewardship and dynamic leadership through outdoor education.”- Ganesh (43)
