Interns

Abi Cohen
Majoring in Computer Science
Abi Cohen is an undergraduate student, majoring in computer science and minoring in environmental studies. In between classes, she is an active member of Hillel on campus and a member of Nightshade, the Womxn’s Ultimate Frisbee team. In her free time, she enjoys crocheting and watching social issue documentaries. Abi is particularly interested in the intersection of climate change and consumer culture.

Sean Harris
Pursing a Masters in Public Administration
Sean Harris currently holds his bachelor’s degree from Rutgers SEBS majoring in Environmental and Business Economics. He is in his second year of pursuing his masters degree in public administration from Rutgers SPAA. Sean enjoys being a resource for others, being a problem solver, and gaining new insights on addressing climate change. On the weekends you can find Sean hiking, drawing, watching movies, or playing basketball.

Shriya Golugula
Majoring in Information Technology and Informatics (ITI) & Psychology
Shriya Golugula is an undergraduate student at the Rutgers School of Arts and Sciences who is currently majoring in ITI and Psychology. Some of her hobbies outside of school include dancing and crocheting. Shriya is passionate about environmental sustainability and leveraging technology to raise awareness about climate change.

Aleen Mirza
Majoring in Environmental Policy, Institutions, and Behavior
Aleen Mirza is an undergraduate student at the Rutgers School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, majoring in EPIB and minoring in Sustainability. She is a graphic designer for the Human Ecology Department's student-run EPIB Trail newsletter. Aleen is passionate about environmental justice and is pursuing a career in law. In her free time, she enjoys cooking for her friends and family, as well as working on home improvement projects.

Parie K. Patel
Majoring in Mechanical Engineering & Environmental Policy, Institutions, and Behavior
Parie K. Patel is a current undergraduate student double majoring in Mechanical Engineering and Environmental Policy, Institutions, and Behavior. She is also an active member of Omega Phi Alpha - the national service sorority. In her spare time she can be found reading, playing video games, or painting. Parie is particularly interested in human-environment relations and their impacts on climate adaptation strategies.

Edith Zhao
Edith Zhao is an undergraduate student at the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences, currently planning to major in Ecology, Evolution, and Natural Resources. Outside of class, she deeply enjoys poetry, theater, film, bouldering/rock climbing, and just being outdoors. She is very passionate about nature and loves learning about new developments in the environmental sector.