Student Sustainability Fellows

Our student fellows for the 2025–2026 academic year are:

  • Hazel Fitzpatrick
    Sustainability Communication Fellow
    Hi, my name is Hazel Fitzpatrick and I am the Sustainability Communication Fellow. I am studying communication with minors in nonprofit Communication and Leadership and Management. I work on all things communication for Emerson Sustainability, including our Instagram account. I have always loved spending time outdoors and hiking. Protecting our planet is a huge responsibility; however, I believe countless simple adjustments can make a huge difference. My goal is to reach all communities through multiple forms of communication to share information about our beautiful planet.
  • Ria Wipperfurth headshot
    Waste Diversion Fellow

    My name is Ria and I am the Waste Diversion Fellow. I will be taking on proper waste sorting for the residence halls, dining halls and around campus. You’ll also see me at different events talking about how to be more sustainable. I am in an Interdisciplinary Studies major studying sustainability and marketing. With my degree I hope I can implement change in policies and reduce mass wastes businesses cause.

  • Anna Grace
    Events Fellow

    My name is Anna Grace, and I’m the Events Fellow for Emerson Sustainability. This means you’ll be seeing me at fun, educational, and rewarding sustainability-related events all across campus, all year! I’m an Acting major and a Dramatic Writing minor, so I tend to spend a lot of my time working on theatrical and film productions here at Emerson. I’m passionate about integrating my lifelong commitment to climate justice into my artistic pursuits, creating entertainment media with sociological intent and impact. I’ve been robustly involved in grassroots climate activism through Fridays for Future DC, helping to organize marches and mobilize crowds, and speaking at a rally in front of the United States Capitol. Outside of arts and activism, I’m a huge reader, and I love to rollerskate!

Sustainability Committee

The Emerson Sustainability Committee, comprising faculty, staff, undergraduate students, and graduate students, encourages environmental, social, and financial actions that reflect the College’s commitment to sustainable practices. This Committee meets regularly throughout the fall and spring semesters. Campus Services appoints members annually, considering expertise, passion, and commitment. Please email sustainability [at] emerson.edu (sustainability[at]emerson[dot]edu) to reach the committee. Current members are:

  • Nancy Howell (Staff)
  • Jen Lamy (Staff)*
  • Amy Rinaldo (Staff)
  • Homa Sarabi (Staff)
  • Jon Honea (Faculty)
  • Nejem Raheem (Faculty)
  • Sara Salimbeni (Faculty)
  • Todd Smith (Faculty)
  • Michael Tucker (Faculty)
  • Paul Turano (Faculty) 

*Committee chair

Contact us

Want to stay in touch with the Sustainability office? 

Email: sustainability [at] emerson.edu (sustainability[at]emerson[dot]edu)
Phone: 617-824-8954
Instagram and Facebook: @EmersonSustainability
Blog: Sustainable Emerson