Robin Jones
Robin brings a wide range of skills, talents and abilities to the Admissions team. She spent twenty years in the corporate banking world in operations, project management, and information security. Having spent time in the US Air Force as a linguist, Robin effectively leverages those communication skills to tune in and connect with people on…
Read MoreMorgan Steward, B.A.
Morgan received a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology from University, then immediately began her career in various residential treatment centers. After several years of working as a direct care provider she made the transition to admissions work in 2015 where she has since served in roles such as Coordinator, Associate Director, and Director. She…
Read MoreMary Jo DeGrandi
Mary Jo brings more than 20 years of experience in therapeutic settings to her role at First Light Wilderness. She began her career as a child advocate, working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in native Alaskan communities, where she discovered how impactful it could be to provide therapeutic treatment in outdoor settings.…
Read MoreEmily Fritz MS, CTRS
Emily is an Iowa native that now calls the Northwoods of Wisconsin home. As an undergraduate, Emily double majored in Exercise Science and Human Performance and Fitness, then went on to pursue her Masters in Recreation, Park and Tourism Administration with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation. Emily fell in love with working outside during graduate…
Read MoreSummer Hornbeck MAT
Summer earned her Masters of Arts in Teaching through Cardinal Stritch University and a BA from the University of Colorado in Environmental Studies. Over the past 20 years, Summer has devoted herself to helping students in both traditional and therapeutic settings embrace their ability to thrive regardless of their circumstances. Her career has led her…
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