Iowa IPL is happy to announce the return of Claira Miller! One of our 2021 Called to Climate Action student leaders, Claira has been promoted this summer to a Faith Farms & Climate Fellow. Hear more about Claira in her own words:
“Hello! My name is Claira Miller, and I am currently majoring in Animal Science at Iowa State University. I grew up on an acreage in Colo, Iowa, and have been invested in agriculture through programs such as 4-H and FFA. Last summer, I was blessed to have the opportunity to work with Iowa IPL through the Called to Climate Action college program, where I was able to discuss and explore climate action. This summer, I am excited to be back as a Faith Farms & Climate Fellow, and continue my path in climate justice. I had a blast as I attended the Rural Energy Field Day on Friday, June 10th, hosted by the Center for Rural Affairs and Iowa IPL at Griffieon Family Farm. As my first opportunity to attend a climate-based discussion around farming in person, I had an incredible time meeting new faces and listening to my agricultural community. I am beyond excited to explore where the remainder of this summer will take me, and all the individuals I have yet to meet. I look forward to the future of agriculture and what this means to our farmers.”
The Faith Farms & Climate Fellowship works to help coordinate the summer activities of the Faith Farms & Climate program, specifically focusing on implementing events in our four rural target areas for 2022: Washington, Waverly, Storm Lake, and Atlantic. Claira will be aiding Iowa IPL in planning and executing summer Faith Farms & Climate events, tabling at Iowa IPL-sponsored field days, blogging and social media posting, and more!
Claira is a bright and driven individual committed to climate action and the future of sustainable agriculture, and we can’t wait to continue to showcase her skills this summer.