Kathryn Tate Stevenson

Kathryn Tate Stevenson is an Associate Professor in the Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism Management at North Carolina State University's College of Natural Resources. Her research focuses on environmental education, community-based conservation, and youth engagement in environmental resilience. She leads initiatives to enhance environmental literacy through intergenerational learning and collaborative evaluation frameworks.

Key areas of research include ecosystem restoration, climate change communication, and the psychological benefits of nature engagement. Dr. Stevenson has secured multiple grants from organizations like NCSU Sea Grant and the Pisces Foundation, funding projects such as youth-led coastal resilience programs and capacity-building for regional science museums.

• Grants: Coastal resilience frameworks, collective evaluation networks, and agricultural literacy via agritourism
• Publications: Over 10 peer-reviewed articles on environmental education, wildlife conservation, and community resilience strategies
• Professional Affiliations: Active member of the Department's faculty and leadership in collaborative evaluation initiatives

Her work bridges academic research with practical applications, emphasizing partnerships between institutions and communities to address environmental challenges.