Fall 2015 Intern Team

The Center for Sustainability Education (CSE) Internship Program employs students to work on projects to advance sustainability at Dickinson. The projects you see the interns working on this summer exemplify the expanding operational and educational understanding our institution has of sustainability.

This fall, CSE continues to advance our projects of the past while undertaking new initiatives that address sustainability. We will be working on projects related to, Eco-Reps, sustainability education workshops, media, communications, Biking @ Dickinson, waste minimization and data analysis.

As you review our student interns, please notice the diversity of class years, majors and areas of interest, demonstrating the breadth of sustainability at Dickinson. We engage. #dsonengage #dsonsustainability #dsonbiking We are pleased to present our Fall 2015 intern team! Come visit us in Kaufman 190.

Fall 2015

CSE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

I am the Nitrogen Footprint Analyst at the Center for Sustainability Education (CSE). I will be primarily analyzing data taken from last year’s nitrogen footprint study using the University of Virginia’s Nitrogen Footprint Tool to ascertain how the college can reduce harmful nitrogen emissions in all stages of the college’s processes. I will also be working closely with the farm to complete and analyze its carbon and nitrogen study that commenced over the summer.

I am thrilled to be a part of this team to help mitigate the college’s harmful effects to the environment, as well as to inform others about how we can all help to make a change.

In my free time I participate in many clubs and activities on campus such as the Outing club, the Global Gastronomy Club, the Math and Computer Science Club, and the Italian club.

Class of 2018 Computer Science

STEVEN FITZPATRICK

Hi! I’m Ivy, the Eco-Rep Coordinator at the Center for Sustainability Education (CSE).

I am in charge of recruiting and training the wonderful eco-rep staff of 2015-2016. It is my responsibility to make sure students have the resources and the confidence to take the environmentally friendly habits learned while in the program back to the dorms. These peer educators learn to communicate on a variety of platforms such as the eco-rep blog, hall audits, and themed hall events. As a coordinator, I get to make sure everything works in concert to create an inclusive space for sustainability education.

When I am not working for CSE you can find me on Britton Plaza peddlin’ a warm cup of coffee or in the mountains hiking about. I also act as the Residence Advisor for the fourth floor of Adams Hall. If you can’t tell, community building is my jam.

Class of 2018 English & Environmental Geoscience

IVY JO GILBERT

¡Hola! I am a senior Earth Sciences major with a concentration in Environmental Geology. This semester I am the Communications and Media Intern at the Center for Sustainability Education (CSE). I am eager to help promote CSE through a range of outreach communications across campus and beyond.

In the fall of 2014, I participated in the Global Climate Change Mosaic to Lima, Peru, which opened my mind to a future in climate change communications and outreach.

I am looking forward to better understanding sustainability in the context of Higher Education and life after Dickinson. In my free time, you can catch me flying by on my longboard or mixin’ it up at WDCV 88.3. Want to talk geology, climate change, or social justice? Let’s get to communicating!

Class of 2016 Earth Sciences

LIZ PLASCENCIA

Hello! I am a senior Philosophy major with minors in Environmental Studies and Women’s and Gender Studies. This semester, I am the Faculty and Staff Liaison at the Center for Sustainability Education (CSE). I will be implementing the first ever Faculty and Staff Eco-Rep program and working with other departments to integrate sustainability practices into all facets of campus. I am excited to incorporate my passion for social sustainability and social justice into my work at CSE! At Dickinson, I am a member of the Outing Club and the Feminist Collective, a resident of the Treehouse, and a Global Ambassador.

I enjoy being outside, backpacking, running, and singing. I love meeting new people and having adventures!

Class of 2016 Philosophy

CAITLIN DOAK

I am senior Biochemistry and Molecular Biology major and am very excited for my second semester working at the Center for Sustainability Education (CSE). This year I will be part of Biking@Dickinson team and help promote safe and sustainable biking. Along with the other interns, I will organize biking related events, train Handlebar volunteers, and create a fun bike to the farm ride.

Outside of CSE, I play on the Jive Turkeys Ultimate team as well as intramural squash and soccer. I also enjoy hiking the local section of the Appalachian trail, working on the farm, and playing Settlers of Catan. If you’re ever in the mood for a great board game, let me know!

Class of 2016 Biochemistry

MAX RUBINSTEIN

I am the Waste Minimization Intern at the Center for Sustainability Education (CSE). I will research and problem solve some of the biggest waste management challenges on campus. I will work on better communicating Dickinson’s existing waste management programs to students, faculty, and staff. I will also create campaigns and programs to improve existing waste minimization efforts.

I am excited to tackle new and old waste challenges at Dickinson and to work with many different groups to coordinate waste minimization efforts campus wide.

In addition to my internship this Fall, I am serving as a Writing Associate for the Writing Center and a Triton student host for prospective students at Admissions. I am also involved in the Astronomy Club and Cumberland County Habitat for Humanity.

Class of 2018 Environmental Studies & Economics

MARINA MORTON

I am the Sustainability Analyst for the Center for Sustainability Education (CSE). I will be tackling a number of different projects, but my main focus will be working to finish and launch the College’s online Sustainability Dashboard. I will also be using the data that we collect to advocate for policy changes for the College regarding sustainability.

I am excited to better quantify and work towards the College’s progress towards the goals we have set forth regarding sustainability, carbon neutrality, climate action, and I look forward to expanding my involvement in other CSE initiatives.

In my free time, I love to read, bike, and play jazz guitar. I am a Student Interviewer with Admissions, a member of the Idea Fund Executive Board, and a student representative on the President’s Commission on Environmental Sustainability. I also participated in the Global Climate Change Mosaic in the fall of 2014 that went to Lima, Peru.

Class of 2017 Economics

BRADY HUMMEL

I am the Communications Intern with the Center for Sustainability Education. This semester I will be working towards promoting CSE and its efforts in the environmental movement by compiling the Sustainability Newsletter. I will be assisting with various events and social media, as well as networking across campus.

I love tea, frolicking, veggies, and New Hampshire. In addition to being a CSE Intern I am a member of Delta Nu, I have been involved with Dickinson Athletics, participated in the Global Climate Change Mosaic, and have served as an Eco-Rep for several semesters.

Class of 2017 Environmental Studies

JACKIE GEISLER

I am a senior International Business and Management and Economics major. I am very excited to be one of the Biking at Dickinson interns this year. I have volunteered at the Handlebar for the last three years helping students repair their bicycles and teaching them how to maintain them. This year my focus will be managing the Handlebar and the Green Bike program.

I am also an active member of the Cycling Club and live at the Bike House. I am proud to be part of Dickinson’s bicycle friendly community. If you are ever interested in going for a bike ride, fixing up your bike, or learning more about our bicycle friendly community ride on over to the Handlebar.

Class of 2016 INBM & Economics

ANDREW AFSAHI

I am a junior Economics major and am very interested in Environmental Economics. I am very excited to work in CSE as a Sustainability Analyst for Fall 2015. I will be working on the Campus Water Use research project, Green House Gas Emissions data collection, and some other campus sustainability projects.

Through this internship, I hope to improve my research and dataanalyzing skills and learn new things from other CSE interns as well.

Besides the CSE internship, I am the president of the Economics Club and a desk attendant in the library this semester. I engage in a lot of different activities on campus, including being an Eco-Rep in Conway, playing flute in the Orchestra and Chamber Music, and singing in the Choir. My favorite sports are tennis and swimming. I also love cooking with my friends in my free time.

Class of 2017 Economics

ARTEMIS YANG