Yvonne Haberer
Distance MS in CZM
I have been working for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps) since 1992. I currently work as a biologist serving as the Environmental Leader on several interdisciplinary water resource study teams. In particular, I work on the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan (CERP) and several coastal projects such as beach restoration and harbor expansion, in Puerto Rico, U.S. Virgin Islands, and Florida. I do the environmental coordination and prepare Environmental Impact Assessments during a study's planning process.

The online CZM program is the ideal method of delivery for the working professional. The quality of classes offered online were way above my expectations. I wanted to be able to pursue a degree and continue working my full time job with the Corps. The program has allowed me to gain additional technical expertise in the marine science field and to establish a network of contacts within the research community. The CZM degree strengthened my understanding of the problems and conflicts associated with the coastal zone, and provided me with the technical expertise necessary to make better decisions and more effectively manage the coastal environment.