Elise Heavilin is from the Navajo Nation and grew up in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She loves the outdoors and learning about various ecosystems, as well as the diverse species of plants and animals, and how humans can effectively interact and coexist with the natural world. Driven by the desire to protect our environment and promote environmental justice, she is very interested in pursuing a career in environmental law.
Elise Heavilin

Wayne Morse Scholar
Environmental Studies