Rutgers GSE CMSI

Sonya Naomi Diaz

Sonya Naomi Diaz is a Hispanic woman teaching geology. She is deeply passionate about sharing her love for the Earth sciences with her students. With a background in STEM, she strives to inspire and empower those in her classroom, particularly those from low-income minority communities like the one she grew up and works in. Sonya’s journey underscores the importance of representation and access to education, and she’s committed to nurturing the next generation of scientists, regardless of their background.