Anna
Atencio
Hometown: Trent Woods, NC
Major: Geology, with a minor in Marine Science
Research Interest: Salt marshes and oyster reefs
“I am fully geared toward science and education, and it's possible I would have taken other routes without the influence of CSS.
GRADUATE/PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL:
UNC-Chapel Hill (MS, Marine Science, 2018)
WHAT ARE YOUR FUTURE GOALS?
My goal is to educate young people and adults about environmental issues and solutions through whatever means possible. I am currently an environmental educator and guide through Coastal Expeditions
WHAT DREW YOU TO THE CSS PROGRAM?
Financial support and research opportunities.
WHAT WAS YOUR FAVORITE CSS EXPERIENCE OR MEMORY?
I really enjoyed all the cohort community activities.
HOW HAS CSS SHAPED YOUR CAREER GOALS?
I am fully geared toward science and education, and it’s possible I would have taken other routes without the influence of CSS.
WHAT IS YOUR PRIMARY RESEARCH INTEREST?
At UNC, I studied coastal geology with Brent McKee in Marine Sciences.
AWARDS AND HONORS
- 1st Place, Geology Undergraduate Research Presentations