Laurel Schut

Laurel Schut is a seasoned academic and sustainability advocate currently serving as the Coordinator for the Certificate in Food, Agriculture & Sustainability at Dalhousie University since December 2019. Schut has a diverse background in teaching and curriculum development, holding various roles at Dalhousie University, including Faculty Associate at the Centre for Learning and Teaching and Acting Associate Director at the College of Sustainability. As a Co-Director of FOUND Forgotten Food and a Registered Yoga Teacher with Yoga Alliance, Schut combines educational initiatives with community engagement. In previous roles, Schut has contributed to organizations like Divert NS and Acadia University in sustainability and curriculum development, further supported by a strong educational foundation in environmental studies, international development, and conflict management.