Debbie is a sophomore at Columbia University pursuing an undergraduate degree in Computer Science and Environmental Biology. She first became a certified diver at the age of 17 when she got involved with coral watch and reef check surveys in Hoi Ha Wan Marine Park in Hong Kong. Since then, she has been diving for three years, earning her Advanced Open Water and Rescue Diver certifications. She plans to study abroad in her junior year at Shoals Marine Laboratory to learn more about marine biology and conduct underwater research. She aspires to become an influential marine biologist and hopes to become a Dive Master to spearhead ocean conservation efforts.