Janet sang and played musical instruments throughout childhood but, prior to joining the chorale in spring 2023, was last involved in an organized music group in college. She is enjoying the community, musical training and practice resources provided by the Chorale.
Janet grew up in northern Illinois but came to Delaware for her PhD (UD, analytical chemistry) and never left. She retired from a 30-year research and development career in agricultural products at DuPont Crop Protection/Corteva Agriscience after attaining the position of Laureate.
Janet lives on the upper Sassafras River and has been involved in environmental non-profits forever. She was a founding member of the Sassafras River Association, now part of the thriving ShoreRivers organization, and currently serves on the ShoreRivers governing board. Her time is spent kayaking, fishing, reading, taking photos, and generally appreciating the great outdoors.