Announcing a brand new series! In “We Are Reed: Stories from the Stronghold,” we’ll introduce members of our community who will tell you, in their own words, what they do at Reed and why they love it. First up is Zac Perry, Grounds Supervisor and long-time Canyon Restoration Manager. “I’m the Grounds and Maintenance Supervisor, and I’ve been at Reed for 23 years. I spent 17 years restoring the Reed canyon and then stepped into a leadership role to lead the Grounds crew. Recently, I was asked to support the Maintenance team and bring these two departments closer together. On Grounds, we do everything we can to provide beautiful surroundings that are also highly functional. Our work includes maintaining the health of trees, lawns, shrubs that support native pollinators, and the 28-acre wildlife refuge at the center of campus. “The most constant joy that I have in my role is connecting with the community. I’ve had the opportunity to be here so long that students, neighbors, and alumni ...