Congratulations to three former EarthLab summer interns recognized in the 2026 Husky 100!
Each year, the Husky 100 recognizes 100 undergraduate, graduate and professional students from the UW Bothell, Seattle and Tacoma campuses in all areas of study who are making the most of their time at the University of Washington. The recipients actively connect what happens inside and outside of the classroom and apply what they learn to make a difference on campus, in their communities and for the future. Through their passion, leadership and commitment, these students inspire all of us to shape our own Husky Experience.
Angelina Durbin
Sammamish, Washington
B.S. Environmental Public Health & Nutrition
Climate Health Risk Tool Communications Intern, summer 2025
“My educational background in environmental public health and nutrition has made me passionate about advancing campus food security and sustainable agriculture education. As the Food Recovery Coordinator at the UW Food Pantry, founder of the UW FreeFoodAlert chapter and co-president of Project Indoor Farm, I work to reduce food waste, expand student access to prepared meals and engage students in growing their own food. Through collaborative leadership, I strive to bring students together to build more equitable, sustainable and resilient food systems.”
KARINA LAI
Hong Kong
B.S. Marine Biology; Oceanography
Ocean Acidification Intern, summer 2024
“UW has helped me find my voice and passion in the marine sciences. Since moving from Hong Kong and leaving my comfort zone, I have embraced the immersive opportunities at UW and beyond, engaging in independent research to understand the impact of environmental change on biological carbon export. Beyond research, I am involved in leadership positions focused on increasing accessibility in science, and I now approach graduation with confidence in my ability to make a meaningful impact — both through advancing scientific research and by minimizing barriers in the field.”
Cordy Plymale
Brush Prairie, WA
B.A. Public Health-Global Health (Departmental Honors) & Data Science
Climate Health Risk Tool Intern, summer 2024
“I am passionate about addressing the health impacts of climate-related hazards by using evidence-based data to create more equitable and resilient health systems. At the UW, I have worked to tackle climate and health challenges with the Center for Health and the Global Environment (CHanGE), contributing to the development of a heat-health risk mapping tool and overseeing the Center’s blog. I am committed to leading with compassion and a data-driven lens — as reflected in my service on the School of Public Health Dean’s Advisory Council for Students and my experiences improving health systems abroad — and I look forward to continuing my journey with the UW next year as an MPH student in epidemiology.”
