University of Wisconsin–Madison
Biography Katie Piel is a rising senior studying Environmental Studies and Communication Arts with a certificate in Business. She began her internship for the Office of Sustainability in January 2018 as part of the Green Office team, which trains offices around campus in sustainable practices. Katie believes in the power of individual action in the …
Biography Veda Poranki is a junior studying Data Science and Economics with certificates in Risk Management and Insurance and Mathematics. She is a part of the Academic, Research and Writing Team, Green Labs, and the Green Events teams at the Office of Sustainability. Veda is especially interested in using data and quantitative models to better …
Biography Arianna Riley is a junior studying Environmental Science and Global Health with certificates in Public Policy and Sustainability. At the Office of Sustainability, she is on the Academic Research and Writing Team and Education & Outreach team. She is passionate about environmental justice and health disparity frameworks, particularly sustainable food systems and PFAS contamination. …
Biography Mauricio is a sophomore studying mechanical engineering with a certificate in sustainability. He is part of the Office of Sustainability summer research internship. Mauricio’s hands-on skill set provides rewarding opportunities for sustainable design consulting and implementation. In his free time, he prepares for the Madison music scene.
Biography Amanda Sadowski is a senior majoring in Environmental Sciences with certificates in Consulting and Sustainability. At the Office of Sustainability, she is on the Green Office and Academics and Research teams. She is passionate about the integration of sustainability into our urban environments and daily lives. Outside the office, Amanda enjoys crocheting, playing pickleball …
Biography Yvett Sanchez is a junior studying Textile and Fashion Design and pursuing certificates in Sustainability and Entrepreneurship. She is involved in a few student organizations on campus including Re-Wear It Wisco, The Artisan Collective, and Student Retail Association. She is passionate about making sustainability accessible to all and incorporating it in her fashion studies. …
Biography Cassie Sanford is a senior double majoring in Geography and Environmental Studies with a certificate in French. She began as an intern in summer 2020 and is very excited to be a part of the team. As a first-generation college student, Cassie is passionate about informing those with a nonacademic background about sustainable issues, …
Biography Kylie Schedler is a senior studying Environmental Science with a Sustainability certificate. She is part of the Office of Sustainability’s Green Office, Food, and Podcast teams. She is passionate about connecting students with their food source and making a more sustainable, equitable society. In her free time, she likes to go on walks, grab …
Biography Hannah Schilling is a senior studying Astronomy-Physics, Philosophy, and Environmental Studies. Hannah is interested in transportation accessibility and sustainability related to urban planning. In her free time, Hannah enjoys riding her bike, attending the theatre, and eating popcorn.
Biography Emily Schmitt is a junior studying Chemistry with a certificate in Sustainability. She is passionate about Green Chemistry and is excited to make campus more clean and equitable. In her free time, she loves to read, write, go on hikes, and explore Madison.