Dr. Charles Wallace III recently completed a Ph.D. in Forest Resources and Conservation with a concentration in Natural Resource Policy Administration at the University of Florida (UF). His dissertation focuses on place attachment and local ecological knowledge found in oyster harvesters. His research also explores the opportunities and challenges to integrate local ecological knowledge into management decision-making.

Charles also earned an MS in Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences from UF. Prior to his time at UF, he graduated from Delaware State University with a BS in Natural Resources–Environmental Sciences. Charles is deeply passionate about leveraging science and community knowledge to create unique collaboration opportunities to benefit ecosystems and communities.