How long have you been with the University?

I’ve been with the University of Chicago for about 1 year and 3 months.

What department and/or unit are you in?

I work in Housing & Residence Life within Campus and Student Life.

What is your education or training?

I received my MS in higher education administration and student affairs, but my undergraduate degree was in earth science and environmental education. I have worked in university operations and facilities at several schools in the Chicagoland area for almost 15 years, most recently coming from Northwestern University.

How does your job relate to sustainability?

My role relates to sustainability in several ways. First, I work closely with several local nonprofits to provide donated student belongings at the end of the year through a clothing drive. My team also works to ensure furniture that is being replaced gets donated rather than going into a landfill. I also make decisions when I am working on facilities or construction projects in relation to sustainability. I always try to pick sustainable products that will last over ten years to reduce the amount of times an item is replaced and sent to a landfill. Examples include flooring, countertops, and cabinets.