About Rodger Caseby

I have two current roles: Wellbeing Programme Lead at Oxford University Botanic Garden & Arboretum (OBGA) and Education Officer at the Bodleian Libraries. Prior to that, I taught for 30 years in various roles in Oxfordshire schools. My original training was as a biologist.

At OBGA, I work with various audiences to share the scientific wonder and importance of plants, nature and access to green spaces. My role focuses on the link between the health of the natural world and human brain health and well-being by promoting nature connectedness. At the Bodleian Libraries, I work in the Education Team to help secondary school and college students make the most of exhibitions, collections- based learning and study skills.

This blog has become quite an eclectic mix. I started writing about my interests as a school leader, particularly inclusion and equity for young people from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, and the importance of well-being in schools. I have also written posts about my work on the HOPE project at Oxford University Museum of Natural History, particularly environmental education outreach. Now, as well as returning to some of these themes, I also share amazing stories from nature and how restoring our connection with it is essential to our individual well-being.