Julia Fechner

What is your major? Community and environmental sociology, landscape and urban studies, with certificates in sustainability, public policy, science communication and integrative design

Expected graduation: May 2026

What inspired your interest in the environment and/or community? Growing up in Wisconsin, I went to an environmentally focused charter elementary school, which struck my early love for nature. I have always loved the outdoors and seeing the Wisconsin winters that I grew up loving changing, led me through my educational interests of climate change mitigation and sustainable development.

In high school I was heavily involved in Club Green, an environmentally focused, student-led organization. I am now outreach director for The People’s Farm and a student intern with the Office of Sustainability. All of these experiences have deepened my love for our planet and I hope to pursue a career in environmental law to help make a difference in our future.