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Meet Our Ambassadors

Patel College of Global Sustainability Brand Ambassadors serve as enthusiastic leaders who embody the spirit of sustainability, providing incoming students with firsthand insights into the unique opportunities, resources, and experiences available at the Patel College. As active students themselves, ambassadors offer authentic perspectives, sharing their personal journeys and willing to provide guidance to help new students navigate and maximize their educational experience.

Our ambassadors are approachable, knowledgeable, and passionate individuals who promote global sustainability efforts both on and off campus. Explore their profiles, connect with them directly, and discover how they can help you chart your own path in sustainability.

Our current ambassadors include:

Ella Bouville

Ella Bouville

Email: ellabouville@usf.edu
Degree: M.A. in Global Sustainability
Concentration: Climate Mitigation and Adaptation
Bio:  

I am pleased to serve as a PCGS Ambassador because I value building meaningful connections across cultural and professional backgrounds. Having grown up on three continents and attended an international school, I developed a deep curiosity about people, culture, and the ways these shape our perspectives, behaviors, and relationships with the environment. These experiences also fostered my connection to nature and my interest in how relationships among self, culture, and place inform environmental knowledge. I am currently in my third semester of the PCGS master’s program, with a concentration in Climate Adaptation and Mitigation while pursuing a certificate in Sustainability Policy. I previously earned a Bachelor of Arts in Humanities from Eckerd College, with minors in Anthropology, Environmental Studies, and Art. My academic and professional interests center on sustainability, environmental communication, and the cultural dimensions of people’s relationships with the natural world. As an ambassador, I hope to help strengthen the sense of community within PCGS and highlight the many opportunities the program offers beyond academics. I am excited to serve as a resource and bridge for current and future students, encourage collaboration, and create more opportunities for students to connect through networking, events, and shared experiences. I look forward to actively participate in supporting an inclusive, engaged, and connected PCGS community.

Gabriella Davis

Gabriella Davis

Email: davisg29@usf.edu
Degree: M.S. in Sustainability Management
Bio: 

 Hello, I’m Gabriella (but you can call me Gigi)! I’m an M.S. student in Sustainability Management, with certificates in Climate Mitigation & Adaptation, Environmental Policy & Management, and Public Health. I also hold a B.S. in Environmental Science & Policy and a B.A. in English from USF. My research interests center on the intersection of sustainability, climate change, and public health, particularly how environmental challenges, from pollution to increasingly severe natural disasters, affect human health, well-being, and communities. I hope to explore how interdisciplinary approaches can help us better understand these connections and develop resilient solutions that center the people and communities most affected. At USF, I serve as an Academic Mentor with USF Athletics, supporting student-athletes in reaching their academic goals, and as Secretary of the Graduate and Professional Student Council, helping foster a welcoming, supportive, and connected community for graduate and doctoral students. My professional experience has allowed me to explore sustainability across a range of settings. I previously worked as a research intern with the USF Center for Brownfields Research & Redevelopment, and I served as Sustainability Intern for the 2025 season with INDYCAR and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Outside of my academic and professional work, I’m a poet and writer. My poetry has appeared in several literary journals, including USF’s Thread Magazine, and in two independently published chapbooks. I’m also passionate about film, particularly horror and science fiction, and how these genres reflect and shape the cultural zeitgeist, influence perceptions of environmental and societal issues, and help us imagine possible futures. Ultimately, I hope to bring together sustainability, public health, and creative storytelling to better understand the challenges facing our communities and contribute to more resilient, healthy, and sustainable futures.

Bridget Dargavage

Bridgette Dargavage

Email: bdargavage@usf.edu
Degree: M.A. in Global Sustainability
Concentration: Sustainable Business
Bio: 

 Hello, my name is Bridget Dargavage. I working towards my MA in Global Sustainability at PCGS in the Business Sustainability concentration. I completed my bachelor’s degree at FGCU in Business Management with a focus in Human Resources. Pursuing my master’s degree in business sustainability is an investment into my lifelong passion for environmental protection and social equity while also considering the importance of economics. That being said, this degree has been a great opportunity to gain knowledge and connections in order to achieve my goal to work in positions which capitalize on sustainability in the business world.

Gilda Zambrano Faubla

Gilda Faubla

Email: gildaz@usf.edu
Degree: M.S. in Sustainability Management
Bio:  

I am an environmental engineer and consultant. My journey began in Ecuador, a country rich in biodiversity which sparked my passion for the environment. My experience spans various industries, including shrimp farms, chocolate factories, hotels, glass manufacturing, and public construction. Recognizing the need to elevate projects for greater impact, I moved to Florida to pursue my Master's in Sustainability Management at the University of South Florida. Currently, I balance my role as an IT Associate in Campus Dining with leadership positions as a Student Ambassador for the Patel College of Global Sustainability and as Vice President of the student organization GLOBE.

Danielle Lucido

Danielle Lucido

Email: dmlucido@usf.edu
Degree: M.S. in Global Sustainability
Concentration: Water Sustainability
Bio: 

My name is Danielle Lucido and I live and work in West Palm Beach, Florida. I am a state inspector with the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, so sustainability isn't just a daily interest, but my daily work. To me, sustainability is about protecting resources, enforcing public and environmental health, and building resilent systems for the future. Outside of my graduate studies and work, I enjoy reading, unwinding with Netflix, and working out. One of my resoultions is to explore more national parks, which reminds me why keeping our planet protected matters so much to me.

Lazzat Tanetova

Lazzat Tanetova

Email: lazzattanetova@usf.edu
Degree: M.S. in Global Sustainability
Concentration: Entrepreneurship 
Bio:  

I am a graduate student from Kazakhstan pursuing a Master of Science in Global Sustainability with a concentration in Entrepreneurship. My interests include sustainable development, social entrepreneurship, innovation, and the role of business in addressing global environmental and social challenges. With experience in business operations and management, I am passionate about developing practical, sustainable solutions that create long-term value for communities. As a PCGS Ambassador, I look forward to connecting with students from diverse backgrounds, sharing my experience as an international student, and contributing to an inclusive and supportive college community. After graduation, I hope to apply my education and international experience to advance sustainability initiatives in Kazakhstan and beyond.

Nigar Teymurova 

Nigar Teymurova

Email: nigarteymurova@usf.edu
Degree: M.S. in Sustainability Management
Bio:  

I am a graduate student in Sustainability Management at USF with a background in mechanical engineering and building systems. I am interested in sustainable buildings, energy and water efficiency, and finding practical ways to improve environmental performance. I enjoy working on projects that connect sustainability with real-world solutions.