Staff

Shaunna CM comes to Wolf Park with over 20 years of experience in the corporate world, non-profit management, and wildlife conservation. She’s all about making things run smoothly and sustainably, with a knack for boosting efficiency and expanding outreach. Shaunna has always been incredibly passionate about wolves, spending over 22 years working with them and other exotics. When she’s not at work, you’ll find her dabbling in watercolors or watching too many horror movies. She’s super excited to help Wolf Park grow and make an even bigger impact.

Pat started out as a graduate student with Wolf Park in August 1974. She was later hired in May of 1978. Pat received her B.A., specializing in Zoology, from Stephens College. She then received her M.S. in Psychology from Purdue University. Some personal hobbies include reading, horses, and dogs.

Jon was hired as Wolf Park’s Head Curator in January of 2022. He has years of experience with a wide variety of species ranging in size from poison dart frogs to elephants and everything in between including wolves. He is used to grunt work such as scooping poop, but also has a lot of experience navigating government regulations which is an important part of keeping zoos and nature centers on the right side of the law. He is a professional member of ZAA and AAZK. He is especially passionate about birds of prey and is a member of the Indiana Falconers Association.

Nikki started out as a volunteer with Wolf Park in August 2019. She was later hired in June 2021. Nikki received her Bachelors from Purdue University in Animal Sciences with a focus in Behavior and Wellbeing in 2013 and has been passionately working with animals ever since. Some personal hobbies include indoor and outdoor plant care, bad movies, foraging, sipping coffee with her cats, listening to podcasts and infamously misremembering song lyrics.

Tracey was hired as Wolf Park’s Human Resources & Administrative Director in June of 2024. She has an extensive background in administrative and operational roles and will complete her B.S. in Industrial & Organizational Psychology in February of 2025. Her hobbies include traveling, being outdoors, and spending time with her family.

Monty started out as a volunteer in January 1988. He was later hired in April of 1988. Monty received his B.A. in Geology from the University of California – Berkeley. Some personal hobbies include scorpions and scorpion peppers.

Sam was hired at Wolf Park in May of 2024. Combining a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Purdue and experience as an educator at Columbian Park Zoo, Sam has a dedication to spreading knowledge about conservation while also making sure every guest at Wolf Park has a memorable visit! Some passions include anything and everything to do with Spider-Man, hockey, and werewolves! Sam also enjoys writing, hiking, playing video games, and of course, learning about the wildlife native to Indiana!

Dan started out as a volunteer with Wolf Park in July 2013. He was later hired in November of 2017. He received his B.A. in Psychology and Sociology from Ithaca College, his M.S. in Sociology from Purdue University, and his Ph.D. in Sociology from Purdue University.

Izzy was hired as an Education Program Specialist in May of 2021. She is currently a student at Purdue studying English Education and Wildlife Sciences. She has a deep love for animals and nature, and finds the camps to be a great way to teach this love to the next generation of wildlife advocates. She has many years of experience working with younger kids and animals, and hopes to become an English teacher or zoo educator. Some personal hobbies include reading, writing, taking (almost) too many pictures of Wolf Park ambassadors, and being outside.

Makaila was hired at Wolf Park in May of 2024. She adores working with Izzy to teach the next generation crucial information and skills for wildlife conservation and appreciation. She is currently a student at Purdue studying English Education and Sociology. She hopes to work as a high school English teacher or a writer for a big environmental company. She loves looking at bugs, reading, needlepointing, and spending hours swimming or floating.

Grace was hired at Wolf Park in February of 2023. She currently attends Purdue University where she is studying Natural Resources and Environmental Science. Her hobbies include photography (specifically wildlife photography), watching movies, and going to concerts.

Kim Robinson, a Purdue University graduate with a BA in Communications, hails from the Brookston, Indiana area. She joined Wolf Park’s staff in 2021. Kim has had an exceptional professional career in broadcasting, marketing, advertising, public relations, and social media. She is a freelance writer, loves to work in her flower beds, and will put a coat of paint on anything that doesn’t move.

Rose started as a volunteer in August 2020, and was later hired in February 2023. She is currently a student at Purdue University majoring in Wildlife. Her hobbies include drawing, reading, and crafting.

Riley was hired at Wolf Park in October 2023. He is currently a student at Purdue University studying Genetics. Specifically he has quite an affinity for plants and their role in the ecosystems around them. His hobbies include Hiking, Gardening and Cooking.

Catherine was hired at Wolf Park in May 2024. She has an Associate’s in Design Technology from Ivy Tech and is currently pursuing a B.A in Professional and Creative Writing at Purdue University. Having been surrounded by animals all her life, Catherine has a deep love for critters of all sizes and is excited to be a part of the Wolf Park team in serving the animals and educating people about them! In her spare time, Catherine loves to play video games, read, write, draw, and care for her two snakes at home.

Blaize started as an intern in the Summer of 2021 and was hired in February of 2023.  He has a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Sculpture from the University of Houston.  He currently works as an officer with the Lafayette Police Department and spends his weekends working at Wolf Park.  He enjoys playing guitar, working on his cars and motorcycles, and taking long walks.

Drew was hired to work grounds and maintenance with Wolf Park in June 2024. In 2023, Drew earned a DMA from the University of Illinois. In the Spring 2024 semester, he taught full-time with Purdue Bands and Orchestras. For the upcoming school year, Drew will continue teaching adjunct while happily continuing with Wolf Park. In his spare time, Drew is working toward an AAS in Renewable Energy Technology at Ivy Tech. Other hobbies include being in and on any type of water (particularly kayaking)