Executive Director

Jonathan B. Jarvis served 40 years with the National Park Service, as its 18th Director from 2009 to 2017. During his tenure as NPS Director, Jarvis initiated extensive programs to address climate changes in the national parks, expanded the National Park System by 22 new parks, and led the service through its Centennial with a vision for a second century of park stewardship, engaging communities through recreation, conservation, and historic preservation programs. Contact Jon Jarvis at: jonbjarvis@berkeley.edu.

Affiliated Faculty

Hosted by the College of Natural Resources, the Institute will engage faculty affiliates from across the Berkeley campus. The Institute is actively seeking interested faculty affiliates. Contact us to express interest.