My recent graduate degree at CU Boulder's Masters of the Environment program developed my understanding of environmental policy, equipping me with the communication and problem-solving skills necessary in today's complex environmental landscape.Previously, as a Deep Sea Mining Researcher for the Inland Ocean Coalition, I focused on the intricacies of natural resource law and policy, analyzing the implications of resource management and extraction under domestic and international regulatory frameworks. This experience allowed me to contribute to international policy dialogues, demonstrating the potential for informed research to influence sustainable practices and stakeholder decisions.