Erin Seccia is an optimistic opportunist with a passion for wildlife, design, and adventure. She has an energetic & curious mind, a knack for design thinking, and is currently investigating how improving biodiversity can have positive effects on human health. With interests in human-centered design, design thinking & research, and sustainable futures, she is always looking to create future-focused sustainable and practical solutions. As a NEXT Innovation Scholar and University Honors Student, Erin deeply values academia, interdisciplinary connection, innovation, and future foresight methodologies. After graduating, Erin plans to apply for a Fulbright Research Award to further her capstone research studying the intersection between biodiversity and human health. She is also looking for employment opportunities that allow her growth as a UX/UI designer, exhibit designer, and design researcher.