Ms. Shannon Halinski | Social Sciences | Research Excellence Award

Ms. Shannon Halinski is a Juris Doctor candidate at the Indiana University Maurer School of Law, specializing in environmental and legislative law. She previously earned a Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs with Highest Distinction (GPA 4.00) from Indiana University. As a Senior Research Assistant with the Critical Mineral Policy Group, she has co-authored three academic publications and managed a comprehensive mining policy database. Her professional experience includes legislative research and policy advocacy roles with Barnes & Thornburg, Citizens Climate Lobby, Environment America, and the U.S. House of Representatives. Her work focuses on environmental policy, climate advocacy, and regulatory analysis, contributing to informed decision-making and public engagement on sustainability issues.