Year Entered
2023
Bio
Ileana Morales is a Ph.D. student in the Department of Sociology at the University of Colorado Boulder. She holds a bachelor's degree in Sociology and a master's degree in Latin American and Border Studies from the University of Texas at El Paso. Her scholarly journey has been further enriched through her previous NOAA EPP/MSI Earth System Sciences and Remote Sensing Technologies fellowship.
Ileana's research interest focuses on exploring the multifaceted impact of heat on society, with a particular emphasis on improving the quality of life for vulnerable populations. She demonstrates a profound commitment to understanding the intricate relationship between climate change and human well-being. By leveraging her expertise in sociology and her comprehensive grasp of Latin American and border studies, Ileana endeavors to shed light on the far-reaching implications of heat on different communities.
Ileana Morales' scholarly pursuits are driven by a profound desire to make a positive impact in academia, policy, and society at large. She possesses an unwavering dedication to advancing knowledge and fostering social change, all with the ultimate goal of enhancing the well-being and quality of life for those most susceptible to environmental injustices.