Officers

Doug Wood, Ph.D., is an ornithologist and Professor of Biological Sciences at Southeastern Oklahoma State University.  He is an avid birder, traveler, photographer, and conservationist.  He holds a bachelor's degree in Biology from Boston University, a master's degree in Zoology from Eastern Illinois University, and a doctorate in Forestry and Wildlife Ecology from Mississippi State University.

While the Mead Oklahoma local business owner Tony Goza has a deep interest in Birding and wildlife photography, his journey getting there has not been traditional. He has always had an interest in wildlife, but it wasn't until his interest in Paleontology (Dinosaurs) that led him to learn more about birds. He loves nothing more than to capture the expressions of our feathered friends.

Teresa developed her interest in birding through the enthusiasm of her husband, Tony Goza. She is active in the community and is the former President and current Treasurer for Durant Rotary Club. She is a geneticist /molecular biologist and is employed as the Vice President for Academic Affairs at Southeastern Oklahoma State University.

Margaret is a Professor Emeritus of Earth and Environmental Science at Southeastern Oklahoma State University. Though she studied mostly geology and water quality, she has always been interested in natural resources and wildlife. Since her husband and son are avid birders, she really had no choice but to follow the flock! She is an active member of the Bluestem Chapter of Texas Master Naturalists and enjoys volunteer work at Hagerman NWR and Eisenhower State Park, travel, hiking, and kayaking.

Bryon has been a nature enthusiast since growing up on the family farm in southern Iowa. He served on the faculty and administration at Southeastern Oklahoma State University until his retirement in 2020.  He is a Texas Master Naturalist and enjoys sharing stories and information about nature to anyone that will listen.  Bryon has always had a keen interest in birds, wildlife photography, and travel; since retirement, he has more time to devote to these endeavors.

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