Ratification Form 2025-26

MRU Birding Club

Club Executives

President

Jonah O'Brien

VP Events

Katie Gascon

VP Finance

Arina Romanova

VP Communications

Trystian GiVogue

Club Mission

Our mission is to bring together students who share a love for birds and the natural world. Through bird watching, and educational activities, we aim to build appreciation for wildlife and the habitats that sustain them. We want to spread awareness of conservation efforts, encourage care for our environment, and create a welcoming space where people can connect over a shared passion for nature.

Club Description

To carry out our mission, the MRU Birding Club hosts birdwatching outings, educational meetups, and campus events that invite students of all experience levels to learn and explore together. We focus on building community, promoting ethical birding, and encouraging awareness of local conservation efforts.

We strive to inspire curiosity, mindfulness in nature, and a deeper appreciation for the wildlife that exists around not just our campus, but our entire city. Club activities include guided walks, bird identification workshops, guest speakers, photography and field challenges, and participation in citizen science projects such as bird counts.