Elise Hunter
Title
Ph.D. Candidate, Environmental Engineering, Vanderbilt University
Fellow, Vanderbilt Institute for Energy and the Environment
Education
B.Sc. Cum Laude, Environmental Engineering, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA (2014)
Certifications
Engineer in Training #4523, New Castle, DE (2013)
Research Interests
- Regional variations in freshwater supply in the US
- Urban drinking water management and planning
- Perceptions of water use and climate change
Honors & Awards
- Graduate Research Assistantship, Vanderbilt University (2015-present)
- IBM Graduate Fellowship, Vanderbilt University (2014-present)
- Teaching Assistantship, Vanderbilt University (2014-2015)
- College of Engineering Dean’s List, Drexel University (2010-2014)
- Dean’s Scholarship, Drexel University (2009-2014)
- Alumni Endorsement, Drexel University (2009-2014)
Professional Experience
- Stormwater Plan Review Intern, Philadelphia Water Department, Philadelphia, PA (2012-2013)
- Technical Services Intern, Delaware County Regional Water Quality Control Authority, Chester, PA (2011)
Hobbies and Interests
Volunteering at local non-profits, supporting local arts, cooking, going concerts around town, rock climbing, practicing yoga