I’m excited to be part of the Warren Wilson College community as the Assistant Director of the MS in Applied Climate Studies program. My work is shaped by a deep commitment to climate justice and community-engaged research. My path to this role began in Vermont, where I managed organic farms before pursuing graduate studies in environmental science, law, and policy. My research, culminating in a Ph.D. in Global Development from Cornell, examines the political ecology of mangrove governance in Fiji, focusing on climate adaptation, land tenure, and justice. Beyond academia, I’ve worked with organizations like the International Union for Conservation of Nature and the Pacific Institute on nature-based solutions and climate policy. At Warren Wilson, I’m eager to support collaborative, place-based learning and guide students in tackling real-world climate challenges. When I’m not working, I can be found hiking, swimming, or immersed in a good book.