Taylor Elizabeth Shinal

Taylor earned a BA with highest distinction in sustainable development, with minors in art history and business administration. Throughout her time at Carolina, she was heavily involved in both Consult Your Community and the Carolina Outing Club. Passionate about local economic development, Taylor served as co-president of CYC until graduation in May, regularly working alongside peers to serve small businesses and nonprofits in the Research Triangle. Inspired by her time at the National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS), Taylor also enjoyed leading trips through the Carolina Outing Club, which aims to make the outdoors accessible to all UNC students. Following graduation, Taylor is excited to head back up north to Philadelphia to pursue a career in affordable housing development.