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Current Environmental Stewards

Alli Eudy	Class of 2026 B.S. in Biology and Environment & Sustainability. Minor in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technology.	"I love being a steward because it allows me to meaningly contribute to sustainability initiatives on Catawba's campus. From hosting events to planting pollinator gardens, I feel more intertwined in campus life while doing work I care about."
Amal Ahmed	Class of 2027 B.A. in Economics & Finance and B.S. in Environment & Sustainability, concentration in Environmental Policy & Advocacy.	"Being an Environmental Steward is important to me because I get to actively participate in various projects that work towards maintaining sustainability on our campus. Additionally, I have the opportunity to collaborate with a dedicated team."
Austin Wise	Class of 2026 B.S. in Environment & Sustainability, concentrations in Natural Resource Management and Sustainable Planning & Leadership.	“The Environmental Stewards Program has provided me with the opportunity to express my love for nature and use that to bring positive changes to campus. In addition, the program has allowed me to make impactful connections across the school and beyond.”
Brian Kaelo	Class of 2025 B.S. in Environmental Science, concentration in Natural Resource Management. Minor in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technology and Ecology.	"Being a Steward has given me the opportunity to make friends and learn a lot from my colleagues and leaders."
Carter Mayhew	Class of 2025 B.S. in Environment & Sustainability, concentration in Natural Resource Management.	"I enjoy being a Steward because I get to inform the campus of environmental issues and inspire them to take part in being the solution."
Delilah Hatheway	Class of 2027 B.S. in Environment & Sustainability, concentration in Outdoor Education.	"My role as an Environmental Steward has provided the opportunities and resources to contribute toward sustainability initiatives that visibly impact our direct community. It is a privilege to study, live, and work on a campus that supports such initiatives and invites students to participate in their development and execution!"
Elias Barber	Class of 2026 B.S. in Biology and Environment & Sustainability, concentration in Environmental Science. Minor in Zoology.	"Being an Environmental Steward means that I know I have an impact on campus sustainability and that the college listens to students. I get to see the fruits of mine and other Stewards' labor every time I walk around campus. I'm happy that I can represent students while making campus a happy, healthier, and greener space."
Ethan Stanford	Class of 2025 B.S. in Environment & Sustainability, concentration in Natural Resource Management.	"I joined the Environmental Stewards because I wanted to contribute to improving sustainability on campus and help inform others about its importance. Another big reason I applied was to gain valuable work experience in environmental work, sustainability, and conservation. I am extremely grateful for this opportunity!"
Gabriel Molnar	Class of 2026 B.S. in Environment & Sustainability, concentration in Natural Resource Management	"I enjoy being a part of the Environmental Stewards because of the education and outreach we are able to do within our local community."
Jennie Connor	Class 2027 B.F.A. in Theatre Arts-Design and Production. Minor in Sociology	"Being a steward allows me to help bridge the gap between my love for theatre and my love for the outdoors. I love being able to educate on the environment in practical and hands-on forms such as our compositing program. The program has also given me several opportunities to learn more in fields I had no idea about and dive deeper into what I know and love already."
Junior Price	Class of 2025 B.S. in Biology and Environment & Sustainability, concentration in Environmental Science. Double Minor in Chemistry and Business Administration.	"Being an Environmental Steward is important to me because it provides me with a platform to connect with other students that are passionate about creating a sustainable future for the College. I also have been able to help educate my fellow students about ways they can be sustainable, and what the college is doing to become more sustainable. In addition to what I can teach others, being a Steward has provided me with a group of students that have knowledge about the different aspects of sustainability that I am not very familiar with, and I get to soak in all the information they share."
Keira Potts	Class of 2026 B.S. in Environment & Sustainability, concentration in Policy and Advocacy.	"Being a Steward is important because it has allowed me to contribute to an environment that has enriched and fulfilled many aspects of my life. I love working alongside people who are passionate about fostering healthy relationships with our surrounding environment."
Larkin Garden	Class of 2025 B.S. in Environment & Sustainability, concentration in Natural Resource Management. Minors in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technology and Ecology.	"Being a Steward is important to me because I get to help members of our campus and surrounding community get more exposure to sustainability and on the flip side, I get to spend more time learning and interacting with those outside my program."
Nomsa Kamanga	Class of 2026 Environment & Sustainability, concentration in Natural Resource Management.	"As an Environemtnal Steward, I value the opportunities to lead by example and inspire others to care for their shared environment. Being a Steward at Catawba allows me to actively contribute to preserving the Campus’s natural resources while promoting environmental sustainability. Fostering a culture of environmental responsibility and ensuring a sustainable future for my community is of utmost importance and that’s what makes this program important and dear to me."
Sarah Maier	Class of 2026 B.S. in Environment & Sustainability, concentrations in Natural Resource Management, Environmental & Outdoor Education, and Sustainable Planning & Leadership.	"The Environmental Stewards program is important to me because we are able to make Catawba a more sustainable campus and community. As stewards we are able to educate our fellow students and faculty on how they can make small sustainable changes that lead to big impacts on campus."
Tylen Van Abel	Class of 2026 B.S. in Environment & Sustainability, concentration in Policy & Advocacy. Minors in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Technology and Politics.	"I love getting to be a Steward because I get to use what I have learned to make a real positive impact on our campus. The differences I get to make while I am here will stay in place for much longer after I am gone. It is amazing getting to make change like this before I even graduate. "
Vheneka Njovana	Class of 2026 B.S. in Environment & Sustainability, concentration in Sustainable Planning and Development.	“ Being a Steward has given me the opportunity to broaden my knowledge and to work with like-minded individuals. It is hard work that we do, but it is sure rewarding and worthwhile. I wouldn’t want to be anywhere else!”
Yahaira Galan Cruzes	Class of 2026 B.S. in Biology and Environment & Sustainability, concentration in Sustainable Leadership & Planning. Minor in Chemistry.	"Being a Steward is incredibly important to me because it empowers me to develop vital skills in project planning and execution. This experience has not only boosted my confidence but also enhanced my ability to collaborate effectively with diverse teams. Through this role, I've gained invaluable insights into environmental careers and have fostered a holistic approach to sustainability, preparing me for a future where I can make a meaningful impact. "