Grace Hooker

TESI Environmental Leaders Fellow
Fall 2025

Grace Hooker is a junior from Ridgefield, Connecticut studying environmental science and economics. Through this fellowship, Grace is interested to learn more about Florida wildlife and how to best protect it. She is also excited to learn about TESI’s various projects and contribute meaningfully to them. 

In her professional life, she hopes to pursue a J.D. in environmental law and uphold legislation in favor of the environment and natural ecosystems. 

In her free time, she enjoys running, pilates, playing guitar, and surfing. 

“I’m excited to connect with the greater Gainesville community and contribute to protecting their local ecosystem.”