Alanis joined Project Oceanology as Resident Supervisor and Part-Time Marine Science Educator in June of 2026.

Alanis is originally from the Chicago area. Her love of Marine Science solidified her junior year of high school, while living on board a tall ship and sailing to over 20 countries. Alanis attended Eckerd College in St. Petersburg, Florida, where she studied Marine Science and Environmental Studies. During her time at Eckerd, she completed an internship in Costa Rica, a study abroad in Chile, and served as president of the Cheese Society. After graduating, Alanis took a year off to live in Australia and travel to Southeast Asia.

In her freetime, Alanis likes to hike, read, and go to the beach.

What do you love most about Project Oceanology?

I love being able to share my passion for marine science with kids. As a kid growing up in Chicago, I wish I would’ve known about Project Oceanology. The Long Island Sound is so beautiful and offers so many opportunities for learning and growth.

What marine animal is your favorite?

Honestly, I think it changes every day! I love Manta Rays, they are so majestic and wise. My favorite fish is the mandarin fish, they are just so colorful it’s hard to believe they are real!