Diane Silver

Program Manager for State and Local Advocacy at FairVote

Diane Silver has a diverse work experience spanning several roles and responsibilities. Starting in 1993, they worked as an Assistant Director for Resident Programs and Education Specialist at the Cuyahoga Valley Environmental Education Center. During this time, they coordinated a residential environmental education program, developed curriculum, and supervised staff and volunteers.

In 1997, Diane joined the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden as an Education Program Coordinator. Diane coordinated various wildlife programs for youth, families, adults, and groups. Their responsibilities included program development, logistical planning, marketing, and budget management.

From 2001 to 2002, Diane worked as the School Program Coordinator at Boston University's Sargent Center for Outdoor Education.

Starting in 2003, Diane became the Mud Creek Watershed Coordinator at the Mud Creek Watershed Council. Their work involved planning and implementing public education and outreach initiatives, facilitating conservation projects, and assisting with EPA Phase II stormwater permitting.

In 2014, Diane transitioned to the education sector and worked as a 6th Grade Science and Math Teacher at ArtSpace Charter School. Diane planned and taught lessons, created a positive classroom environment, attended IEP meetings, and communicated regularly with parents.

Most recently, Diane joined FairVote in 2019. Diane has held various positions, including Outreach Organizer, Partnerships Program Coordinator, and Program Coordinator for State and Local Advocacy. In their current role as a Program Manager for State and Local Advocacy, they are responsible for managing programs related to advocacy efforts at the state and local levels.

Overall, Diane Silver has a strong background in education, program coordination, and advocacy, with a focus on environmental and wildlife conservation.

Diane Silver completed their Bachelor's degree in Economics and Psychology from Claremont McKenna College, which they attended from 1984 to 1988. Afterward, they pursued a Master of Science (MS) in Environmental Education at the University of Michigan - School of Natural Resources and Environment, graduating from 1991 to 1993.

In 2011, Diane enrolled in Western Carolina University and obtained a North Carolina Teaching License for Middle Grades Science in 2014. Diane studied Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching during their time at the university.

It is worth noting that they also received a provisional teaching license in middle grade science from the State of North Carolina in June 2014.

Additionally, Diane attended the University of Michigan but the exact dates and degree details for this experience have not been provided. It is known that their field of study was Natural Resource Management and Environmental Education.

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Timeline

  • Program Manager for State and Local Advocacy

    January, 2023 - present

  • Program Coordinator for State and Local Advocacy

    January, 2022

  • Partnerships Program Coordinator

    January, 2021

  • Outreach Organizer

    November, 2019

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