Middlebury College faculty come from many varied backgrounds, but something drew them to this tight-knit community in Vermont. In short video vignettes, "Faculty Stories" gives a taste of the diverse pathways that Middlebury faculty followed to teaching and scholarship at a liberal arts institution.

Meet Steve Trombulak, professor of biology and environmental studies. Trombulak, who also serves as director of sciences and director of the School of the Environment, says he is energized by working with undergraduates. "I love introducing them to the natural world, but also helping to engage their thinking in how they will make the world a better place."