Travis Knowles, Council Representative

Travis Knowles, a native of Orange County, moved to San Diego in 1998 and now lives in Talmadge with his wife and young daughter. Before coming to San Diego, Travis lived and worked in London, England for two years. He returned to pursue graduate studies in Political Science at UCSD. In 2006, he earned a Masters Degree in Political Science, and is currently completing his dissertation as a Ph.D. candidate and is looking forward to a long career in public service and political action.

During his graduate studies, Travis was a fellow at the Center for Marine Biodiversity and Conservation at Scripps Institute of Oceanography and worked as a teaching and research assistant. Additionally, he volunteered as a member of the Project Area Committee for the City Heights Redevelopment Area and as a union organizer for UAW Local 2865. Travis is an avid basketball player and enjoys listening to bluegrass music.

Travis serves as Councilmember Gloria's representative to the neighborhood of North Park and works on issues related to refugees, canyons, environment and infrastructure.

He can be reached by e-mail at tknowles@sandiego.gov.