Nathan is the new Development and Engagement Director for Communities in Schools Whatcom-Skagit. Nathan grew up in the Stanwood-Camano area before moving to Seattle and eventually Bellingham to pursue a Bachelor’s degree in Visual Journalism from Western Washington University. Nathan believes that lowering barriers to success, education and fulfilling lives through inclusion and equity are essential to a better future for all. This is reflected in his work as Vice President of Peninsula College Associated Student Council.
Nathan has plenty of personal philosophies he lives by, but one core value is that anyone is capable of anything, it just depends on the tools, resources and community around them. Nathan strives to bridge the gap between our youth and successful futures by leading by example and providing enriching opportunities for the youth in our communities. No impact is too small and you never know how just a little bit of support can change the trajectory of a child’s life. Nathan hopes to make an impact in our communities through grant applications, fundraising, community engagement and using his visual journalism degree to help share the stories of Communities in Schools Whatcom-Skagit.
When out of the office, Nathan can be found at a skatepark near you, snowboarding on Mt. Baker, playing video games, or hanging out with his cat Valentine. If you want to get him to talk just ask him how skateboarding has changed his life, or a question about his favorite films, or about how cameras work.