Meet the EVSS Office Administration
Our staff and graduate assistants are committed to making the Graduate Program in Environmental and Sustainability Studies the best it can be! We would like to introduce those who work behind the scenes with the Masters of Environmental and Sustainability Studies Program and Sustainable Agriculture.
Program Director: Adam Ali
Hello! My name is Adam Ali, I am an Associate Professor and the Director of the Masters of Science in Environmental and Sustainability Studies (EVSS) Program at the University of Charleston, Charleston, South Carolina. My research focuses on ocean optics and water quality studies using satellite remote sensing. I have directed several large grants and projects funded by NASA, SC Sace grant, SC and OH Sea grants, and National Geography. Currently, I have ongoing NASA funded projects in the low country, US Virgin Islands, the US Great Lakes, and in South Africa.
I have been involved in the EVSS program for more than a decade through teaching (EVSS 638, Hydrogeology and lab; EVSS 649, Geographic Information System (GIS), and EVSS 639 Water Resources) and advising many students on research, internship and independent study projects (EVSS 691, 690 and EVSS 693). Coupled with our emphasis in most comprehensive interdisciplinary training, the EVSS program will uniquely prepare students to deal with the complex nature of environmental issues by capitalizing on our diverse faculty and research strengths of the University. I am extremely committed to the EVSS program, and as the Director, I am happy to help guide students to successfully navigate through the EVSS program.
Program Coordinator: Lucy Davis
My name is Lucy Davis and I am the Program Coordinator for the Masters of Environmental and Sustainability Studies Program, which means I am here to help you determine your class schedules, navigate your research projects, apply for funding, and help you make the best out of your graduate experience here at the College! I am also the Coordinator for the Masters of Environmental and Sustainability Studies Student Gardens. I help manage our planting rotations, our education and outreach events, and our collaborations with other Charleston, South Carolina community organizations. I have been affiliated with the Masters of Environmental and Sustainability Studies since 2015 and have been Program Coordinator since February of 2018. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions! My door is always open.
Graduate Assistant: Clell Carnes
Hello! My name is Clell Carnes, and I am a Graduate Assistant and current EVSS Student at the College of Charleston. I am here to assist current and incoming students with questions about the program, forms, funding, applications, and any other aspects of being a student here. Having attended the school for a year, I can apply my experiences and knowledge to assist with any questions.
I am currently researching isotope ratios in the enamel of dinosaur species with Dr. Scott Persons. We hope to use carbon, oxygen, and sulfur isotopes to gain insight into the ecology of the fauna of the Lance Formation (Late Cretaceous). Other than research, I enjoy frequenting the beach and fishing around Charleston!
Graduate Assistant: Avery West
My name is Avery West, and I am the Graduate Assistant in the office for the Environmental and Sustainability Studies Program! I am a first-year graduate student specializing in geospatial analysis. I have a B.S. in Environmental Sciences from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. In my free time, I like to collect seashells, surf at Folly Beach, do yoga, or read! As the Office Assistant, I’m here to support you with any questions you might have—whether you are a prospective student curious about our curriculum, a current student seeking information on resources, or an alum looking to reconnect. In the office, I primarily focus on program communication, managing social media, and linking current students with numerous opportunities. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. I am simply here to answer any questions you have or guide you to find someone who can assist you further!