Marie J.

Curatolo
University of Washington curatm@u.washington.edu 00-1-630-229-3365

University Studies in Sweden

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To Whom It May Concern:

My name is Marie Curatolo and I am a senior in the Program on the Environment at the
University of Washington in Seattle who will graduate in June 2011 with departmental honors. I
am writing to express my interest in the Master’s Programme in Sustainable Business
Management at Lund University. I found out about this program from Professor Christine
Ingebritsen as a student in her Environmental Norms in International Politics class. She may
be contacted as a reference at ingie@u.washington.edu.
I believe that the environment is salient in every academic discipline and every part of
life. This belief has led me to pursue this programme. Business frequently comes into conflict
with sustainability as it struggles to balance sustainable behavior with profits. I want to rise to
the challenge and bring sustainability into business and exemplify successful integration of the
environment with a seemingly conflicting discipline. I hope to bring my background in
environmental studies into the business world and develop the skills necessary to implement
environmental ideas in new and effective ways.
As an undergraduate, I experienced the foundation-building that led me to pursue a
career in sustainability. I have experience in the natural sciences as well as the social
sciences. In addition, I have specifically chosen courses that focus on writing development and
have experience doing issue analyses, research, and formulating clear and effective
communications. I have an extensive background in psychology with a focus on animal
behavior. This has given me training in biology, statistics and quantitative sciences, empirical
research methodology, as well as a hands-on perspective of the science that informs
environmental decisions. I am currently pursuing my interest in environmental law and policy
and have sought coursework on conflict management, ethics, international studies, and other
topics related to policy. This has complimented my scientific study to form a holistic academic
experience. With further training in sustainable business management, I can take these ideas
and put them in practice working with a business to create a functioning example of
sustainability as a viable and compatible value in every part of society.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I would love the opportunity to discuss this
program further and am available via email at curatm@u.washington.edu and by telephone at
00-1-630- 229-3365.
Sincerely,

Marie J. Curatolo