student profiles Archives - State of the Planet

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Why did this journalist enroll in the Climate and Society program?

Vishal Manve is looking for new ways to help make the world more sustainable and just.

by |December 4, 2023
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Alumni Spotlight: When the Student Becomes the Teacher

A recent graduate of the Master of Science in Sustainability Science program, Reuben Goh hopes to convey his enthusiasm for the environment to future students.

by Olivia Colton |December 1, 2023
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Student Spotlight: Ponce de Leon Tidwell

A senior in the Undergraduate Program in Sustainable Development describes his path to natural history broadcast journalism.

by |November 28, 2023
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Meet Farida Razaqi of the Climate and Society Class of 2024

Born and raised in Afghanistan, she’s working at the intersection of climate change, gender, and security.

by |September 13, 2023
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Meet Tenzin Sherpa of the Climate and Society Class of 2024

A recipient of the Diamonstein-Spielvogel Fellowship, Sherpa is interested in urban agriculture and the decolonization of global food systems.

by |September 6, 2023

Meet Jonelle Maltay From the Climate and Society Class of 2024

After working for years in finance and sustainability, a new student aims to expand her horizons.

by |August 30, 2023
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Meet Dasom Shi From the Climate and Society Class of 2024

An incoming student in the Climate and Society program, Shi will continue to pursue her passion for improving corporate impact and climate action.

by Kayley Beard |August 25, 2023

Student Spotlight, Part 4: Sustainable Development Award Winners Reflect on Their College Careers

Four graduating seniors recently named to the Phi Beta Kappa honor society share their post-graduation plans, their understanding of sustainability, and their advice to current students.

by |July 12, 2023

Student Spotlight, Part 3: Sustainable Development Leadership Award Winners Reflect on Their College Careers

Two students from the Class of 2023 share their post-graduation plans, their understanding of sustainability, and their advice to current students.

by Kayley Beard |July 5, 2023

Student Spotlight, Part 2: Sustainable Development Award Winners Reflect on Their College Careers

Three students from the class of 2023 who earned Departmental Honors share their post-graduation plans, their understanding of sustainability, and their advice to current students.

by Kayley Beard |June 23, 2023