My name is Madison Pelland, and I am currently a student in the Graduate Program of Environmental Policy and Management at UC Davis and plan to graduate June 2025. After completing my undergraduate degree in Environmental Science, Technology, and Policy at CSU Monterey Bay, I felt like I gained a general overview of environmental issues and wanted to dive into a more specialized academic setting. I began to uncover my love for planning and conservation through internships and volunteer opportunities.
Hello! My name is Erica, and I am a second-year EPM student. I am also a policy advocate passionate about zero waste and sustainable solutions. My journey into environmental advocacy started with my B.S. in Chemistry (and a minor in Math) from CSU Sacramento. After working as an environmental chemist and quality assurance specialist, I realized I wanted to focus on systemic change through policy. That’s what led me to pursuing a master’s degree in Environmental Policy and Management at UC Davis.
Former EPM student Carolyn Subramaniam developed a policy brief recommending folic acid fortification of corn masa flour, a staple grain for many Central and Latin American Communities. Over a year later in September 2024, her concept was signed into law.
Sean is an EPM Graduate Student Researcher and the UC Davis Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory analyst. In his first year with EPM, Sean has pursued funded graduate research in partnership with the Sierra Institute, working to find environmentally just, market-driven solutions to sustainable forest and wildfire management, which are massive nature-based carbon dioxide sinks — and increasingly, sources. In his second year with EPM, Sean is looking forward to building more technical skills.
Hi, I’m May Myo Myint, a Fulbright scholar and masters student in the Environmental Policy and Management program (EPM). Prior to beginning the EPM program, I had 4 years of environmental consulting experience focused on environmental impact assessment, industrial pollution control, and public consultation. Currently, I am working on textile producer responsibility program and textile circularity projects with the California Product Stewardship Council.
Rachel is a second-year EPM student who currently works part-time for the Planning and Climate Protection Division at the Bay Area Air Quality Management District.
My name is Alejandro Sanchez, though most know me as Alex. My academic career started at Santa Rosa Junior College, where I earned a Natural Sciences associate degree, and then continued at Sacramento State University, where I obtained a...
Three EPM students rafted down the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon and shared their experiences on this interdisciplinary educational UC Davis course.
My name is Saurabh Harohalli, and I am a first-year student in the EPM program. I grew up in Olathe, Kansas before going to college and then working for a few years in Houston, Texas. In my free time, I love to cook and spend time outdoors.
My name is Alma, I am a second-year student in EPM set to graduate in June. I am originally from Tucson, Arizona but completed my B.S. in Louisville, Kentucky at Bellarmine University.
