or decades, she has been diving beneath the ocean’s surface to bring back discoveries and an important alternative perspective to the rest of her land-loving species.
Breaking cultural barriers as well as world records and new scientific ground, National Geographic Explorer-in-Residence Sylvia Earle has been a true explorer and pioneer. Now, Glamour magazine is recognizing both her long-term legacy and still-vital activities, presenting her with the 2014 Glamour Women of the Year Lifetime Achievement award.