Alumni in 5
David Baum '80
Employer
Boulder County Public Health - Environmental Health Spec. retired
LinkedIn Profile
http://linkedin.com/in/david-baum-72444128
1. Tell us about your journey since graduation.
I had a short stint as an interpretive naturalist near the
Sleeping Bear Dunes before I relocated to northern Minnesota then
Colorado to work for the US Forest Service. My next professional
experience was as an Environmental Health Specialist with Boulder
County Colorado. I worked in all aspects of environmental health until
my retirement in 2024.
2. Share a favorite Grand Valley memory.
Swinging on the grape vines at the bottom of the ravines.
3. What's the best piece of advice you've ever received?
Do the best you can in all situations; even when it’s not noticed.
4. List three words you would use to describe your Grand
Valley experience.
I became the person I’m meant to be.
5. What difference would you like to make in the world?
I want communicate the understanding that the big issues are
solved one at a time within our communities.
February 2025
Interest Area(s)
Environmental Studies, Education
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