State: Utah
Years on RSYC: 2021–2024
Sierra has made significant contributions to her community through her involvement in Roots & Shoots.
Sierra is focused on the “Utah School Seismic Safety” project, a statewide resolution on ensuring schools vulnerable to earthquakes have a safety plan.
This campaign has sparked Sierra’s interest in geology, seismology, and cognitive science as she explores effective messaging strategies to drive action. Recently, Sierra’s research project about empathy won several awards at the International Science and Engineering Fair.
Sierra excels in science research, music, and community outreach. She has won awards in science competitions and participated in prestigious programs. Sierra cherishes her experience representing Roots & Shoots at a ceremony where Jane Goodall was honored.
What keeps Sierra so involved with Roots & Shoots? “I love that Roots & Shoots doesn’t limit itself to a single cause, but rather encompasses people, animals, and the environment!”