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Team Members
Behind the Kansas Science Festival is a dedicated group of volunteers, organizers, and community leaders who share a passion for making science accessible to all. Below are current board members. Their energy, creativity, and commitment bring our events to life and help inspire curiosity across Kansas.
Alina De La Mota-Peynado, Ph.D.
President
Erica Buckwalter
Board Member
Theresa Quintana
Treasurer
Breanne Williamson
Board Member
Anna Kazarina
Board Member
Carol Shanklin, Ph.D., RND
Board Member
Phillip Shults, Ph.D.
Board Member
Jared Bixby - Founding Member
Former Secretary
Sam Volkman
Board Member
Michi Tobler - Founding Member
Former President
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