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About US
Welcome to Sustainable Initiatives at Georgia State University, where passion meets purpose! Our team is leading the charge in environmental transformation on campus.
We’re proud to champion a host of initiatives, from energy-efficient building upgrades and multi-stream waste management programs to promoting sustainable transportation options and empowering our community with educational campaigns. Our grant program fuels innovation, supporting projects that drive sustainability forward.
Join us in making GSU a sustainability leader, one sustainable choice at a time! We are dedicated to driving positive change by fostering a culture of sustainability on campus and beyond.

Jennifer Wilson
Director

Jose Arellano
Sustainability Specialist
Email: [email protected]
Sean Max
Project Coordinator
Email: [email protected]
Dinetria Wilson, Acting Supervisor
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (470) 576-7438
Gary Cooley
Marquis Price
Ricky Thomas, Jr.
Zyon Koon
Intern
I am a 3rd year Geoscience major with a concentration in Environmental Science. My main interests are GIS, geography, and sustainability. My passion for the environment stems from the time I have spent living in rural areas in the US and Mexico. I enjoy the change of pace that the city of Atlanta provides me, as well as the diversity here at GSU. I am excited to be a part of the Sustainability Initiatives team!
Aaron Pacheco
Intern
I am from the beautiful island of Nassau, The Bahamas. My major is International Economics and Modern Languages, but I have taken a serious interest in our school’s Sustainability Initiatives. I am so excited to have the opportunity to learn about and be a part of the many great initiatives being pursued here on our campus! The recycling, and energy sustainability efforts are what I am most excited to dive deeper into.
Cj Brennen II
Intern
I am a computer science major in my fourth year. I have a strong passion for sustainability, especially in food sustainability. The reason I picked computer science as my major is to be able make products that can help with sustainability. You can create websites or applications that can help solve or promote sustainability.
Connie Santibanes
Intern
I am pursuing my undergraduate degree in Business Management while also obtaining the Sustainability certificate. Right now I am really interested in food waste and sustainable agriculture. I grew up on Tybee Island, GA, and went to school in Savannah. I love sustainability because both cities are known for their green spaces and history, so I was raised to appreciate and want to preserve nature!
Erin Murphy
Intern
Hi! My name is Julia Simonsen and I’m a third year Environmental Science major. I am very interested in sustainability and fighting against climate change since there is no planet B. I am excited to work on projects with the Sustainability Initiatives to improve GSU’s overall environment.
Julia Simonsen
Intern
I am a Marketing major in my senior year. I like to be involved with community service both on and off campus. I am interested in promoting sustainability initiatives and helping GSU students find out more about how they can get involved.
Leigh Westbrook
Former Interns
Intern
I’m Lola. I oversee any GIS-related projects for the office. I have mapped solar, recycling and transportation related projects, among others!
Lola Thomas
Intern
I am Shadia Saeed, an Environmental Science major deeply interested in energy conservation and policy. My passion lies in understanding sustainable practices and advocating for effective energy policies that can shape a greener, more sustainable future.
Shadia Saeed
Intern
I’m a senior Interdisciplinary Major focusing on Environmental Science and completing a certificate in sustainability. I’m interested in sustainability management in both the private and public sector.
Nadia Osman
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