People

Sophia Plancich [LinkedIn]

I am from Fairfax, Virginia, and am a double major in International Studies and Ecosystem Science and Policy, with a minor in Geography and Sustainable Development. I am interested in Environmental Conservation and love to paint in my free time.

Filippo Bora [LinkedIn]

I am from Civitanova Marche, Italy, and am majoring in marine biology/ecology with a minor in sustainable business. After graduating college, my aspiration is to tackle environmental and social issues within a corporation or non-governmental organization. My biggest passions include traveling, triathlon, scuba diving, and, overall, establishing a strong relationship with the nature around me.

Alicia Gonzalez

I was born and raised in Miami, Florida, and I am double majoring in Ecosystem Science and Policy and Geography and Sustainable Development. I am very passionate about sustainable cities including urban planning, sustainable transportation, and other ways to make Miami a better place to live for everyone. Some of my favorite things to do include traveling, going to the beach for a whole day, and trying new foods.

Charlotte Fernandez-Hoffman [LinkedIn]

Originally from New York, I graduated from the University of Miami with a Bachelor of Arts in Ecosystem Science & Policy as well as Geography & Sustainable Development. I am now applying my knowledge as a research assistant to develop a survey instrument for data collection on South Miami households’ preferences for climate adaptation strategies. Outside of class, I am very active and enjoy scuba diving, running, and playing tennis.

Leah Jones

I am from Jacksonville, Florida, majoring in International Studies and Double Minoring in Africana Studies and Geography and Sustainable Development. I am a Research Assistant studying Climate Gentrification and Adaptation in Miami and the Secretary of the African Student’s Union. My passions/interests include Environmental Justice, Pan-Africanism, Womanism and Art. In my free time, I enjoy reading, painting, and makeup artistry.

Emma Miller [LinkedIn]

I graduated in May 2023 from the University of Miami with a B.S. in Ecosystem Science & Policy and a B.A. in Spanish with minors in Geospatial Technology, Biology, and Math. I am originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, and I have grown up enjoying nature and being outside. My professional aspirations are related to conservation, specifically ecological monitoring and data analysis through GIS. Some of my favorite activities include hiking, bird watching, board games/puzzles, and playing racquetball/tennis.