Who We Are
The Nature-Based Higher Education Coalition promotes nature-based early childhood education as an integral part of teacher preparation and continuing education. The Coalition fosters collaboration among colleges and universities to strengthen professional development and support research and scholarship on nature-based early learning. We strive to enhance the quality and reach of nature-focused education for young children by equipping teachers and administrators to integrate outdoor, environmental experiences into daily practice.
Leadership Contacts
To learn more about the Coalition, reach out to the group's leaders:
- Ellen Doris, Antioch University: [email protected]
- Elizabeth Boileau, University of Minnesota Duluth: [email protected]
- Anne Adams, Maine Early Childhood Outdoors: [email protected]
Who Should Join This Coalition
The Nature-Based Higher Education Coalition is open to universities, colleges, and institutions around the world offering early childhood education programs. More specifically, the Coalition is for faculty, researchers, and educators interested in advancing nature-based learning in teacher preparation and professional development programs. We also invite individuals interested in exploring or learning more about integrating nature-based topics into early childhood teacher education, as well as organizations or non-profits engaged in teacher preparation.
Meeting Schedule
We meet quarterly via Zoom. See the 2025 meeting schedule below.
How to Get Involved
Registering to attend any of our quarterly meetings will automatically add you to the Coalition's mailing list, or you can contact Anne Adams at [email protected]. For a full list of higher education institutions with nature-based programs, click here.