Undergraduate Major/Minor
Major: Environmental Studies Minor: Indigenous Studies
Awards
SSHRC Canadian Graduate Scholarship-Master’s (CGS M)
Research Interest
Social movements, climate justice, climate change communication, energy nationalism, decolonization and anti-capitalism.
Thesis Topic
For my thesis, I am examining how fossil fuel divestment is portrayed in Canadian news media. I am also looking at how this reflects or opposes characteristics of petro-nationalism.
Supervisor(s)
Professor Hanna Morris
What interested you in the MES program?
I was drawn to the MES program for the unique opportunity to continue my education in a mixed course and research-based environment that can be tailored to my research interests and supported by leading experts in the field.
What aspects of the program do you enjoy? What did you hope to gain/are currently gaining from the program?
I have appreciated the opportunity to develop my independent research skills and work on a project that I am passionate about!
Future Aspirations (career, education, etc.)
After the program, I hope to work for an environmental non-governmental organization or think tank specializing in climate justice advocacy or research.
Anything else you'd like to add (interests, hobbies, relevant previous experiences, etc.)
During my undergrad, I co-founded a climate justice club which campaigned for fossil fuel divestment and climate justice at the University of Ottawa and beyond. I found this to be an excellent introduction to the power of social movements and activism! In my free time, I enjoy participating in climate justice initiatives, sewing and rocking climbing!
