Her Story
About Lizzy
Lizzy Vise serves as a Marine Policy Fellow in Representative King Hines' office on Capitol Hill, focusing on marine policy and environmental matters affecting the Northern Mariana Islands. She began this year-long NOAA fellowship in June after applying during her master's studies. With about 5 years of experience overall, Vise previously worked as a communications intern at the Water Institute of the Gulf, where she helped bridge science and the public, and as a student worker in the communications division at the Department of Environmental Quality. She holds a bachelor's degree in Coastal Environmental Science from LSU, where she conducted award-winning research on sediment dynamics along Louisiana's coastline, and is pursuing a master's at LSU with a thesis defense scheduled for next fall examining orphaned wells and their environmental leakage in coastal Louisiana. Vise specializes in coastal issues and sustainable energy use. She values connecting with people from diverse backgrounds and approaching issues with an open mind, and she advises young women entering the field to identify niches where their work can have the greatest impact in this developing and increasingly inclusive industry.
Her Interview
Ten minutes with Lizzy
01What do you attribute your success to?
I've been very supported by my family, they've always emphasized the importance of education and helping others. My biggest driver is being driven to leave a positive impact.
02What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
Figure out how to tie market drivers to solutions, so figuring out where the money's gonna come from, because the best idea won't work if you can't fund it.
03What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
It's a developing field with gaps in knowledge. Figure out what niche you can fill and what your work will be most impactful in.
04What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
It can be hard for women in a male-dominated industry, but the field is expanding to be more inclusive to people of different backgrounds.
05What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
Connecting with others and understanding all perspectives from different backgrounds and environments. Coming to the table with an open mind is very important.
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