Post by Penn Arts & Sciences

Elyse Kochman, C’20, Climate Campaigner at Protect Our Winters Australia in Bright, Australia, reflects on finding purpose at the intersections of science, policy, and environmental advocacy. From protecting coral reefs as a student to helping safeguard Australia's alpine regions from the impacts of climate change, she's built a career focused on creating meaningful change for people and the planet. “My advice is to do what sets your soul on fire and makes you happy, even if it might not be the same path that everyone else is following.” Read more in Penn Arts & Sciences at Work, a photoblog highlighting the diverse career paths of our alumni: https://bit.ly/4oTNp1o