
Written by Carli Richard, O’Neill Sustainability major, O’Neill Office of Sustainability intern
My passion for the environment has always been part of who I am. I grew up on a farm in Northern Indiana and spent much of my childhood outdoors. That lifestyle helped me develop an appreciation for nature and the beauty it entails, as well as a strong desire to protect it. As I got older, I knew I wanted my passion for the environment to align with my future career. Yet coming from a rural area, I was never exposed to careers focused on sustainability. I also didn’t know yet how to build a network of connections that would open doors. But I found both of those things at O’Neill IUPUI.