Valerie Paul

Samuel Thomsen, 24, was born in Bristol, England. His formative years were enriched by a deep connection to the natural world. From nurturing corals in tropical aquariums to exploring coastal rock pools and indulging in pond-dipping

Region: North America Scholar Date: 2021 Hailing from Columbus, Ohio, Jamil Wilson often frequented the small creek behind his house as a child and developed a strong fascination with life. As a result, Jamil dreamed of

Region: North America Scholar Date: 2015 Michele Felberg, from Houston, Texas, always had an affinity for water but didn’t quite grasp her love for the underwater world until her years earning a Bachelor of Science in