2022–2023 Recipient
The 2022–2023 First Insurance Scholarship in Climate Change is awarded to Talia Schmidt. Talia is a sophomore majoring in Botany. Born and raised on Kauaʻi, her upbringing gave her an appreciation for the unique plants of the island and influenced her passion for sustainability. Working with Oʻahu’s native plants as part of her bachelor’s degree has given her a better understanding of the impacts of climate change. Talia states: “My goals are to be a part of a plant society team or work for national botanical gardens or arboretums either in Oʻahu or back home on Kauaʻi, as well as sharing my knowledge and experiences to those around me.” Talia is also an artist and loves expressing her creativity through art. Congratulations, Talia!
Previous Recipients
2021–2022 Recipient: Alejandro Silva, Bachelor of Arts degree in Sustainability through Interdisciplinary Studies.
2021–2022 Recipient: Serene Danielle Smalley, Interdisciplinary Studies with emphasis on Watershed Resources Management.
The First Insurance Scholarship in Climate Change is awarded annually to full-time undergraduate students with an interest in studying and taking action regarding climate change, both its causes and consequences.
For more information and to apply, please see the First Insurance Scholarship in Climate Change at star.hawaii.edu.
Mahalo to First Insurance Company of Hawaiʻi for providing this support.