At PCEI, we couldn’t do what we do without volunteers, particularly our interns. This dedicated group of individuals provides additional support to our pillars of learning, serving, restoring and living. We are grateful for the time and enthusiasm they put forth. Their contributions help propel the mission of PCEI. In return, we do our best to offer guidance and provide direction for their current interests and future careers.
Interested in PCEI internships? Visit the Internship page for available positions and requirements.
Keeya Beausoleil, Palouse Roots Intern
Keeya Beausoleil is a new master’s student at the University of Idaho studying the frozen wonders of glaciers! Growing up, her mom’s nature-based preschool sparked Keeya’s love for exploring the natural world, which continues to inspire her research and science outreach. Originally from Canada, she is excited to call the Palouse home and share her love for the Earth with the community! In her free time, she loves to hike, ski, and rock climb with her dog. She also enjoys getting creative in the kitchen by baking seasonal gluten-free goodies.
Laura McGreevy, Spotted Fawns Leader
Bio coming soon!
Ariel Johanson, Spotted Fawns Leader
Ariel is a parent and co-leader of the 0-3 year old program, Spotted Fawns, and has loved being a bigger part of the PCEI team. She has a Bachelors in Communications from Eastern Oregon University. After living in various places in the northwest, she and her husband moved to Pullman in June of 2020 and their son was born just two short weeks after. During a time that was difficult to meet people and find community, PCEI became Ariel’s sanctuary. It was a place she could connect with nature and where she ended up falling in love with the Palouse—somewhere she could be outside with her new baby and find community. After learning about Palouse Roots, she dreamt of having her children attend when they were old enough.
Ariel has 20 years of childcare experience and currently stays home with her two children, while also caring for two other children during the week. She is passionate about cultivating a desire to be in nature from a young age. She encourages curiosity and wonder in her children and others by teaching them to explore the world around them. In her free time she enjoys camping or hiking with her family, watercolor painting, hand stitch embroidery, yoga, and reading.