About the Presenter
Dr. Samuel Shephard, a biology professor at Ave Maria University, grew up in the Scottish Highlands and later worked as a commercial fisherman in Ireland, sparking his passion for fisheries science. He pursued graduate studies in the field and made significant contributions to the scientific community through his publications. More recently, he has focused on environmental stewardship and integrating sustainability with Catholic teachings. Outside of academia, he is happily married with seven children, embracing the joys of family life. Dr. Samuel Shephard embodies a spirit of scholarly exploration, merging faith and science to promote harmonious coexistence with nature.