Robyn Miller - Raptor Care & Education for Auburn University

About this episode

Robyn Miller shares her unique journey from English literature to raptor care and education at Auburn University.

HDYGH, Robyn? We chart the path from English lit to letting large birds fly, with a pit stop in Dollywood. Auburn University Raptor Center Connect with Jamie Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Dr. Robin Miller and Her Journey 02:58 Early Aspirations and Career Path 05:44 Transition from Literature to Raptor Conservation 08:27 The Impact of Volunteering at the Raptor Center 11:22 Researching 19th Century Avian Eco-Criticism 13:56 Career Development and the Raptor Center Experience 16:09 Applying for the Raptor Job and Family Support 18:52 Full Circle Moments in Career 21:35 Working with Eagles at Dollywood 24:23 Becoming a Board Member and Future Aspirations 27:30 A Passionate Homecoming 29:00 A Day in the Life of a Raptor Specialist 32:44 Game Day Traditions and the War Eagle 39:06 Myths and Realities of Working with Raptors 46:07 The Science of Raptor Care 52:07 Making a Difference in Conservation

People in this episode

Host: Jamie Kirsten Howard

Guest: Robyn Miller

Topics covered

• career transition
• raptor conservation
• volunteering
• education
• wildlife care
• personal journey

Keywords

• raptor care
• Auburn University
• career path
• volunteering
• wildlife conservation
• Dollywood
• eco-criticism

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Auburn University, Dollywood

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