Meet the Emerging Coastal Leaders

Field of Study: PhD, Ecology & Ecosystem Sciences (CELS)

Descriptor Words: Collaborative, Dedicated, Transdisciplinary

Field of Study: M.A., Communication Studies (Harrington School)

Descriptor Words: Hardworking, Self‑motivated, Inspired

Field of Study: Geological Oceanography (GSO)

Descriptor Words: Self‑starter, Clear communicator, Dogged

Field of Study: PhD, Evolution & Marine Biology (CELS)

Descriptor Words: Innovative, Coastal‑Committed, Impact‑Driven

Field of Study: Biological Oceanography

Descriptor Words: Inspired, Bright, Engaged

Year: 2024-2026

Field of Study: PhD, Biological and Environmental Sciences; Specialization: Environmental and Earth Sciences

Descriptor Words: Catalytic, Empowering, Equitable

Field of Study: Chemical Oceanography

Descriptor: Resourceful, Committed, Community-oriented leader

Year: 2023-2025

Field of Study: Marine Affairs

Descriptor Words: Ingenuity, Enthusiasm, Dedication

Year: 2024-2026

Field of Study: Natural Resources Science

Descriptor: Passionate, Energetic, Conservationist

Year: 2023-2025

Field of Study: PhD, Oceanography (GSO)

Descriptor Words: Motivated, Determined, Resourceful

Field of Study: Biological and Environmental Sciences

Descriptor Words: Collaborate, Engaging, Critical Thinker

Year: 2024-2026

Field of Study: M.S., Biological Oceanography (GSO)

Descriptor Words: Experienced coastal steward

Field of Study: Ocean Engineering

Descriptor: Innovative, Creative, and Thoughtful

Year: 2023-2025

Field of Study: Marine Affairs

Descriptor: Energetic, Ready for a challenge, Future Nigerian leader

Year: 2023-2025

Field of Study: PhD, Environmental & Natural Resource Economics (CELS)

Descriptor Words: Proactive, Entrepreneurial, Helpful

Field of Study: Biological Oceanography and Marine Affairs (Dual Degree Program)

Descriptor Words: Compassionate, Indigenous Scientist

Year: 2024-2026

Field of Study: Fisheries, Animal, and Veterinary Sciences

Descriptor Words: Environmental sustainability driven

Year: 2024-2026

Field of Study: Environmental and Natural Resource Economics

Descriptor: Super-motivated, Biologist-turned-economist, Collaborative

Year: 2023-2025

Field of Study: PhD, Chemical Oceanography (GSO)

Descriptor Words: Engaged, Dedicated leadership

Field of Study: PhD, Marine Affairs

Descriptor Words: Professional, Ambitious, Cosmopolitan

Field of Study: Ocean Engineering

Descriptor Words: Passionate, Infinitely Curious, Rigorously Scientific

Year: 2024-2026