Sebastian Almaraz is an ASU graduate with a bachelor’s of science in Conservation Biology and Ecology and two minors in Sustainability and Transborder Chicano/Latino Studies and pursued skills in geographic information science. Growing up in an underserved community in Arizona, Sebastian saw the need for stronger and more coordinated efforts to preserve our natural and cultural resources, especially through community outreach and engagement. His awareness grew into a passion for environmental preservation, specifically in wildlife and water conservation and sustainable development. He currently works as a collaborative conservation intern with the Central Arizona Conservation Alliance through the Desert Botanical Garden.