Elena was born and raised in Barcelona (but is a proud Real Madrid fan) and went to high school in Berkeley, CA. She is double majoring in Environmental Studies and Environmental Engineering, with a certificate in Energy Studies. At Yale, she has been involved with a broad range of sustainability-related and service-oriented programs, and welcomes any questions related to these endeavors! Her main involvements include Yale Engineers Without Borders, the Yale International Relations Association, the Environmental Education Collaborative (EECO), and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA).
When she’s not learning cool facts about nature or drinking way too much tea, Elena loves hiking (FOOT leader alert…), listening to alt rock (Elena hosts an awesome radio show that you should definitely inquire about), painting with watercolors, going on long runs, and meeting new animals—humans included!
As a College Aide, Sustainability Liaison, and Printing Press Manager, she clearly loves Branford—and is so excited to welcome the new members of the squirrel family!