Erin Matson

Erin Matson’s journey started with an interest in farming and environmental conservation. After graduating from the University of Chicago with a degree in South Asian languages and civilizations, she began a career in urban farming, co-founding Creciendo Farms, an urban farm bringing fresh local produce to markets in the Chicagoland area.

Erin’s work in urban farming inspired her to look for ways of having a global impact on the environment, leading her to enter the global environmental policy program at American University’s School of International Service.

It has been over ten years since Erin participated in the CLS Program in Jaipur, India, but she still credits the experience for helping her to internationalize her career.

“I am now at a point where I am coordinating a global effort. Having the foundation of an international mindset that I gained on CLS helped set me up for success.”