Meet the New Refuge Staff Members

Jasmin Muslimani is a Biological Science Aid at the Lower Suwannee National Wildlife Refuge, where she assists in conserving and managing wildlife. She is an undergraduate student at the University of Florida and is pursuing a degree in Wildlife Ecology and Conservation with a minor in Agricultural Communications. Before her time at UF, she was an Orthopedic Technician in the U.S Army and was stationed in Hawaii. As an enthused future Wildlife Biologist, she is looking to apply her knowledge, skills, and abilities to further understand and pursue a future career opportunities within a federal agency. In her free time, she stays active outdoors and likes to rock climb, cycle, hike, and enjoys primitive camping. She is excited about being part of the team at the refuge!

Nicolle Montero is a summer 2021 Nature Coast Biological Station and Lower Suwannee NWR Forestry Assistant. She was born in Long Branch, NJ, and grew up in Orlando, FL.  She is a recent University of Florida graduate having majored in Natural Resource Conservation with a focus on ecology.  Nicolle is interested in pursuing a graduate degree but would like to explore different career opportunities to better understand her professional passion. Camping, traveling, hiking, kayaking, and playing volleyball are here favorite activities and Nicolle loves working in the outdoors and learning as much as she can from different people.