Jane Goodall, a world-class ethologist and conservationist, passed away on Wednesday, October 1st, in Los Angeles, California. Maia Davies and Harry Sekulich, both writers for the BBC, said, “Dr Goodall died of natural causes while in California on a speaking tour of the US, according to a statement from the Jane Goodall Institute.” That night, Jane was set to speak in Pasadena, California, about the TREEMS initiative, a movement to restore ecosystems led exclusively by students. Jane Goodall was primarily known for her extensive work with chimpanzees, observing their connection with human behavior. While growing up, Jane was always fascinated with animal behavior. Early on, Jane was a production assistant until she began helping paleontologist Louis Leaky. In June of 1960, Jane settled at a camp in Gombe Stream Game Reserve to observe chimpanzees. There, she gained a strong connection with the chimpanzees, following her passion that she had had since she was a child. Jane made many advancements in science by observing chimpanzees’ daily life and discovering complex emotions.

Some CdM students were asked about remembering Jane Goodall through a single quote. Sunday Bravenec, a ninth grader, said, “Jane Goodall was influential because she studied the chimpanzees and learned about their connection with humans.” This is also similar to a response from ninth grader Olivia Osborn, who said, “Jane Goodall impacted the world through her studies of animals through science.” Both students remembered Jane for her studies in animal behavior and her contributions to science.

Jane Goodall was a scientist who primarily studied chimpanzees. She intensively studied their bond with other chimps and developed a relationship with them that could last a lifetime. She learned about their behaviors, habits, and even emotions that resembled human traits and habits. Even though her life has come to an end, her legacy will live on for many years to come.