Dr. Stella Capoccia is an individual who has worn many hats throughout her lifetime and has experienced life in different parts of the world such as around the United States and even internationally in East Africa. Her current occupation is a Scientist and an Associate Professor of Biology at Montana Tech. While studying for her PhD in Geography, Stella looked at the way in which animal rights groups shaped conservation and management.  She states to be more selfish. Do what you want to do and do it for yourself. Don’t let other jeopardize what you are most passionate about. Leave every experience being positive and always walk away with having left the people behind you with a positive thought.