Spring 2016 interns

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 semester exemplify the expanding operational and educational understanding our institution has of sustainability.

This Spring, 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, media, communications, Biking @ Dickinson, programming for faculty and staff, calculating Dickinson’s nitrogen footprint, waste minimization and data analysis. The 2016 Dickinson Energy Challenge will be a major project for all interns, as we work together to reduce Dickinson’s greenhouse gas emissions as part of our Climate Action Plan.

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 Spring 2016 intern team! Come visit us in Kaufman 190.

SPRING 2016

CSE INTERNSHIP PROGRAM

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 working with other departments to integrate sustainability practices into all facets of campus and promote community building across students, faculty, and staff. 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 the Nitrogen Footprint Analyst at the Center for Sustainability Education (CSE). I will be primarily analyzing data taken from FY14 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 use these results to begin outreach to the general community about the effects of nitrogen on our environment.

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

This is my second semester as the Communications and Outreach Intern with the Center for Sustainability Education (CSE). I am the editor of the Sustainability E-Newsletter, assist with CSE social media, participate in outreach with other student organizations, and serve as a voice for CSE with Admissions and other at informational events across the college.

One major project that I will carry out this semester is to implement a touch screen in the Holland Union Building connected to our real-time energy monitoring software. The monitor will be used as a tool for education about our Climate Action Plan.

I love tea, frolicking, vegetables, and New Hampshire. I am a member of Delta Nu, participated in the Global Climate Change Mosaic, and have served as an Eco-Rep for several semesters.

Class of 2017 Environmental Studies

JACKIE GEISLER

Hi-howdy-hey! I’m Ivy Jo Gilbert and I am the Eco-Rep Coordinator for the Spring 2016 semester. It is my responsibility to help empower and enable students, faculty, and staff to engage in peer education to help make Dickinson more sustainable. Together we plan events, campaigns and this semester we are going to help show YOU how to get involved in the energy challenge and why sustainability is important to everyone.

On campus I am general manager of the Peddler: the sustainably minded go-to coffee and tea option. The cart is 98% zero-waste with electricity coming from solar and a majority of waste being compostable. When I’m not spilling coffee on my mother’s old clothing you can find me on the fourth floor of Adams going about my RA duties. If you can’t tell, community building is my jam and I personally challenge you (since you had the energy to read this) to reach out to us at CSE and get involved!

Class of 2018 English & Earth Sciences

IVY JO GILBERT

I am a junior Environmental Studies major, Sociology minor, currently pursuing the SINE Certificate. This Spring, I am serving as the Energy Challenge Coordinator for CSE. I hope to make the Energy Challenge accessible to everyone on campus, by branding it in an effective manner through all media outlets.

I have previously worked for CSE in Social Media, Content Creation, Projects, and Camp D.I.G. This semester will give me the chance to focus purely on the Energy Challenge, making it my number one priority.

On campus, I live in the Treehouse and work at The Peddler and rock wall, all while blogging for Admissions on Student Stories. In real life, I love photography, traveling, and oxford commas.

Class of 2017 Environmental Studies

JACKIE GOODWIN

I am the Senior 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 taking a leadership role in the intern team.

In my free time, I love to read, bike, fly fish, and play jazz guitar. I am a Student Interviewer with Admissions, Development Director for the Idea Fund, and a student representative on the President’s Commission on Environmental Sustainability (PCES). 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 Waste Minimization Intern at the Center for Sustainability Education (CSE). I strive to reduce waste on campus by helping CSE work together with other offices, departments, and organizations to address waste issues.

I research and provide recommendations and strategies for improvement on waste reduction projects such as compost, e-waste, recycling, reusable containers etc.

My goals for the internship include helping develop CSE’s partnerships with Facilities Management and Dining Services and creating innovative outreach campaigns for students.

Currently, I serve as a writing tutor for the Writing Center.

I am also involved in the Astronomy Club and Habitat for Humanity.

Class of 2018 Environmental Studies & Economics

MARINA MORTON

¡Hola! I am a senior Earth Sciences major with a concentration in Environmental Geology. I am the Communications and Media Intern at the Center for Sustainability Education (CSE). I help promote sustainable initiatives through a range of outreach communications across our campus community 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. Following my experience in Peru, I attended COP21 in Paris, France to continue my investigations on climate change education and public participation.

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

I am senior Biochemistry and Molecular Biology major and am very excited for my third semester working at CSE. I am the biking intern and manage Dickinson’s many biking programs. These include the Handlebar bike co-op, the green bike sharing program, and organizing great events like bike to the farm.

Outside of CSE, I play on the Jive Turkeys Ultimate team and am a semi-professional Settlers of Catan player. I also enjoy hiking the local section of the Appalachian trail, working on the farm, and dressing up as a hobbit and living out the Lord of the Rings!

Class of 2016 Biochemistry

MAX RUBINSTEIN

I am an Economics & Mathematics double major and am very interested in environmental issues. I am very excited to work at CSE as a Sustainability Analyst for Spring 2016. I will be working on the Green House Gas Emissions data collection, the Energy Challenge, and other campus sustainability projects.

I will also be conducting a research project involving the development of Sustainability at Dickinson. I believe this internship is a great opportunity for me to apply my knowledge and skills in a real-world scenario.

Besides my CSE internship, 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 & Mathematics

ARTEMIS YANG