Charlotte is a rising junior at Mount Holyoke College, where she is pursuing a double major in Biology and Environmental Studies, with a certificate in Marine and Coastal Science. She grew up in New York City and has always been curious about the natural world. At Mount Holyoke, Charlotte is an active member of the Varsity Hunt Seat Equestrian team and works as an Admissions Fellow. This summer, she is excited to be researching natural and nature-based shoreline features in Jamaica Bay with the Branco Lab. Prior to BUEE, she was an Environmental Support intern at the Sea Life Bray Aquarium where she worked on multiple marine conservation initiatives. She also gained experience with wildlife conservation volunteering on a wildlife reserve in South Africa. In her free time, Charlotte enjoys hiking, reading, and SCUBA diving.