Amanda Sardonis

Amanda Sardonis is an experienced professional currently serving as the Director of Policy and Partnerships at the Gund Institute for Environment at the University of Vermont since October 2023. Previously, Amanda held various positions at Harvard's Belfer Center from January 2004 to October 2023, including Associate Director for Programming and Development for the Environment and Natural Resources Program (ENRP) and the Science, Technology & Public Policy Program (STPP). Amanda has extensive experience overseeing university research programs with substantial budgets, managing administrative functions, and facilitating connections among various programs and external partners. Prior roles include faculty assistance at Harvard Kennedy School and positions with The Screen House and AntiquesAmerica.com. Amanda holds a Master of Liberal Arts in Sustainability and Environmental Management from Harvard University and a Bachelor of Arts in English from Mount Holyoke College.