Name Preference: Mx. Anika
Pronouns: Any
At LJA since: 2024
Contact info: anikad@laurajeffreyacademy.org
What inspires you? Acts of kindness
What do you love most about LJA? The way that this community supports everyone in developing and showing up as their authentic selves
What is your hope for LJA scholars? That they use their skills and courage to build a sustainable and compassionate future
Education: Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Studies, Hamline University
Favorite quote: "All that you touch You Change. All that you Change Changes you. The only lasting truth Is Change" -Octavia E Butler This is a quote from my favorite book, Parable of the Sower.
Do you have a favorite charity you wish more people knew about?: Urban Roots is a local organization that provides hands on gardening and cooking education for at-risk kids.
If you could live anywhere in the world for a year, where would it be? Antarctica! I could cross country ski every day and see super unique wildlife. I also would be really fascinated to experience the sun never rising and/or setting for months on end.
Anika Duckwall