Naturally Kiawah Magazine Volume 39 | Page 69

Christopher Widuch has written his own delightful book about a rescue dog called Now They Call Me Jack. He serves on the town council of the Town of Kiawah Island and is a favorite magazine contributor, bringing fresh ideas and new perspectives to every article. Jane Iwan has painted beautiful illustrations for us and writes frequently. She recently published her first novel Refuge of the Heart. Her blog showcases her beautiful art work, www. janeiwanstudio. wordpress.com Background photo by Sylvia Bacon Sue Corcoran has been a mainstay of the Kiawah Conservancy for almost a decade. She has served as its chairman, headed a year long initiative on strategic planning, and— happily for all concerned—is about to begin her third term on the Board of Trustees. Jack Kotz features prominently in every issue. This former chemistry professor who also authors a chemistry textbook is a talented writer and photographer. His classroom technique makes him a favorite host of the Conservancy’s annual symposiums. Jane Ellis chairs the Conservancy’s Environmental Science Committee and loves all things plant related. She has a Ph.D. in plant physiology and recently retired from the College of Charleston’s Biology Department but still teaches medical botany for Clemson University. She loves to travel and has started a new adventure – cruise lecturing. 67