Daniel Sepulveda (he/him), a fourth-year PhD student in Geology at UCLA, hails from Chile but now resides in Los Angeles, California. His research focuses on paleoclimatology, geology, Earth history, and geochemistry, particularly in the southern hemisphere. Motivated by a desire to address environmental challenges, especially in the context of climate change, he applied for the CDLS Climate Resilience Fellowship to contribute to understanding global climate systems. Daniel also aims to bridge the gap between academia and society, connecting with diverse communities and translating research into actionable solutions for resilience and sustainability. He looks forward to collaborating with peers at various stages of their academic and professional journeys to tackle environmental challenges collectively. Ultimately, Daniel’s participation in the fellowship is driven by a commitment to making meaningful contributions to environmental resilience and sustainability, both within academia and society at large.