Green Devil Interns

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Aisha Shen

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Expanding Reach / New Partnership Strategy Intern

Masters of Environmental Management with Concentrations in Energy & Environment and Business & Environment '26

Hometown: Almaty, Kazakhstan

Fun fact: If you see me humming out of the blue, chances are I am thinking deeply about something that makes me very emotional.

I deeply care about sustainability because it offers a path to address climate change, raise environmental awareness, and contribute to a resilient future for all living beings. My passion lies in integrating sociological principles with environmental objectives to drive meaningful, sustainable action. I also aspire to restore human-environment relationships and lead an equitable renewable energy transition in Kazakhstan and Central Asia. I am thrilled about the Green Devils program as it provides an opportunity to collaborate with a diverse group of like-minded peers, develop strategic planning skills, and create impactful sustainability initiatives.

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Ashley Huang

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Campus Circularity Coordinators

Mechanical engineer major and environmental science minor

Hometown: San Diego, California

Fun fact: I have seen a goose beaked whale! 

For me, sustainability is exciting because it can involve creating a new system from the ground up, or it could also mean improving upon what already exists. I am looking forward to another great year of Devils Thrifthouse as well as broaden our circularity horizons at Duke!

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Carmen Miller

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Duke in the Gardens Programs Assistant

Biology major and computer science minor '25

Hometown: Redwood City, California

Fun fact: I speak three languages and have multiple citizenships! 

My favorite activity has always been going on excursions into the parks near my house and examining the plants and animals I encounter along the way. I love learning about what each species brings to its ecosystem and am so excited to share this passion with the rest of the Duke community as a Duke in the Gardens Program Assistant. I look forward to contributing to our collective sustainable practices and spreading awareness through the Green Devils program.

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Charlotte Caddell

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Campus Circularity Coordinators

Major in biology with a concentration in marine biology and minor in environmental science

Hometown: Miami, Florida

Fun fact: I worked at a sea turtle hospital this summer! 

Thrifting is such a fun activity to do with friends that also doubles as a super sustainable habit, so it really is the best of both worlds. I am glad I get to bring the excitement of thrifting to campus through Devil's Thrfithouse and am looking forward to seeing this program grow even bigger.

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Dev Shah

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Communications Fellows

Major to be decided '27

Hometown: Miami, Florida

Fun fact: I don't know how to whistle 

I look forward to showing the beauty and strength of sustainability by highlighting the program through photography. Also, I love food sustainability. I am interested to work with Duke Dining and their sustainability dining initiatives.

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Dima Zlenko

Sustainability & Climate Applied Learning (SCALe) Program Graduate Assistant

Duke Master of Environmental Management / UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School MBA Dual Degree '25

Hometown: Kyiv, Ukraine

Fun fact: Crossed four hemispheres within ten minutes as part of the around-the-globe sailing program

As part of the Sustainability and Climate Applied Learning team, I believe our home is the first place to start tackling climate change. Duke is our home, and I look forward to using our campus, from its beautiful Gardens to Duke Forest, to broaden the understanding of climate and sustainability learning opportunities across the school community.

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Emely Arredondo

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Sustainable Dining Intern

Majors in Environmental Science and Policy and International Comparative Studies '26

Hometown: Springfield, Virginia

Fun fact: I love house plants, especially photos plants! I have 5 of them (and counting since they're so easy to propagate:)) 

When it comes to what draws me to sustainability, I love the community and student-led action it garners, specifically with Green Devils! Throughout my time at Duke, I have made some great memories and memorable friendships through this program. I can't wait to take my love for nature and teaching to my role as Duke Gardens Program Assistant this upcoming school year!

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Fiona Price

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Climate Commitment Student Strategy Intern

Nicholas School Master of Environmental Management ‘26

Hometown: Northboro, Massachusetts

Fun Fact: I have a lemur tattoo!

As a graduate student studying environmental management, I have learned extensively about the theory behind sustainability. This role helps teach me about the practical applications of this theory. As climate change becomes more and more pressing, I am eager to get more students involved in sustainability in any way! I think that sometimes the sustainability space can be hard to enter, especially if you are not outdoorsy or a bio/environmental science major. I hope to make this space more inclusive and accessible for all – sustainability is for everyone!

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Kaitlyn Williams

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Interinstitutional Sustainability Student Collaboration Coordinator

Major in Cultural Anthropology and minor in environmental science & policy '26

Hometown: Stafford, Virginia

Fun fact: I'm scuba certified!

I'm really looking forward to working with all of the other green devils & seeing all of the positive growth within the program!

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Katherine He

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Sustainable Dining Intern

Majors in Neuroscience & Global Health and minor in chemistry '27

Hometown: Warrington, Pennsylvania

Fun fact: My goal is to write a cookbook someday!

Being conscious about sustainability and the environment has always been very important in my personal life, whether that be decisions about my own food, transport, clothing, or other forms of consumption. I want to be apart of the movement to help shift campus culture toward greater awareness and education surrounding sustainability, and as an avid foodie, I strongly believe that this drive for change on campus should not overlook our campus dining. I’m definitely most looking forward to meeting my fellow Green Devils and working with the Duke Dining team.

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Lalie Marie

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Lark Circularity Intern

Master of Environmental Management, with concentrations: Business & Environment and Energy & Environment '26

Hometown: Berkeley, California

Fun fact: I play all of the NYT games (Spelling Bee, Connections, Strands, etc.) religiously, every single day.

I have a strong interest in various aspects of sustainability, with a particular passion for waste management, plastic-free living, circularity, and health and wellness. I’m really looking forward to assisting the Lark initiative in identifying discarded items that can be repurposed into unexpected vehicles for connection and art.

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Mason Ibrahim

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Sustainability & Climate Applied Learning (SCALe) Program Graduate Assistant

Master of Environmental Management

Hometown: Greensboro, North Carolina

Fun fact: My favorite animal is a tie between the vibrant nudibranch and the gentle manatee!

I'm interested in understanding how communities across different time periods interact with their environment and the evolving dynamics of consumption and sustainability. I'm excited about the opportunity to connect with community members actively engaged in innovative sustainability efforts and to help amplify their work, fostering stronger local and global sustainability movements.

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Michelle Ling

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Interinstitutional Sustainability Student Collaboration Coordinator

Environmental Humanities & Multimedia '25

Hometown: Allendale, New Jersey

Fun fact: I spent this summer doing research on social-environmental issues in Hawai'i!

I am interested in sustainability because it presents a regenerative and community-led framework to addressing our present-day environmental issues. Sustainability is rooted in hope and relies on a mutual sense of care and responsibility, allowing individuals to take the lead and imagine different futures for our communities. I am excited for this year’s Sustainable Duke community, and to be a part of the sustainability community in Durham, other universities, and beyond!

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Nicholas Nease

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Sustainability Ambassador Program Facilitators

Major in computer science and minor in environmental science and policy '26

Hometown: Port Charlotte, Florida

Fun fact: I spent a summer in Florida relocating gopher tortoises whose habitats were being destroyed!

Sustainability fascinates me because it addresses a fundamental challenge of the human experience: how can we balance our current needs while ensuring an abundance of resources for future generations? Embracing sustainability pushes one to continuously reflect on their core values, lifestyle, and beliefs as they wrestle with this question. The values encompassed in a sustainable worldview have been a guide for me as I work to cultivate selflessness, peace, and contentment in my own life, and I will always be motivated by the goodness they create both for me and for those around me. I can't wait to develop deeper bonds with my peers in the Green Devil program, grounded in our shared passion for sustainability.

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Riley Reeves

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Sustainability Ambassador Program Facilitators

Major in biology and minor in computational biology and English '26

Hometown: Durham, NC baby!!!

Fun fact: Tune in to WXDU on 88.7 Sundays at 11pm to hear me on the radio!

I love plants and I’m passionate about protecting the biosphere from climate change. I do research on plant immunity in the face of climate change. I look forward to the community of Green Devils and Sustainability Ambassadors and learning from each of their unique interests and perspectives!

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Sophie Lair

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Campus Circularity Coordinators

Major: Global Health and Environmental Sciences & Policy; minor: French '25

Hometown: Little Rock, Arkansas

Fun fact: My life goal is to become a beekeeper after retirement

I am super interested in thinking about how sustainability can become more ingrained into the culture of Duke. I am looking forward to planning fun and accessible events for Duke students to engage more with topics of sustainability and circularity!

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Trinity Savage

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Sustainable Athletics Intern

Economics and Environmental Science and Policy '27

Hometown: Bangalore, India

Fun fact: I have 3 passports

I'm passionate about sustainability because it offers a chance to make a tangible difference in combating climate change and fostering a healthier planet. I'm excited to collaborate with fellow Green Devils, learning from their experiences and perspectives, especially as we explore innovative solutions together. Working in athletics, where sustainability often takes a backseat, I’m eager to help bring more awareness and action to this space, making it a priority in areas where it's not typically discussed.

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Yujin Kim

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Lark Circularity Intern

Major in environmental science and minor in cultural anthropology '25

Hometown: Busan, South Korea

Fun fact: My first ever pets were two beetles!

I love trash. I'm so excited to find trash and turn it into loveable pieces of art and storytelling that can hopefully provide serendipity and moments of self-reflection for the Duke Community.

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Rachel Weissman

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Sustainability Ambassadors Facilitator

Major in Public Policy and Certificate in Energy and the Environment '25

Hometown: Oceanside, New York

Fun fact: I’m learning to sew and am practicing sustainable cooking

I am passionate about creating community within the climate movement . I’ve learned so much from the Ambassadors and other green devils and I am inspired by everyone’s interdisciplinary work and drive.

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Yurina Shirai

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School for Living Futures Video Media Intern

Major: Marine Science and VMS

Hometown: Niantic, Connecticut

Fun fact: I just reached my one-year streak on Duolingo this summer

I’m interested in sustainability because it has encouraged me to think more carefully about the interconnectedness between the present and the future. I’m so excited to be a part of this program, and I’m looking forward to working with the other interns to create a path towards a more sustainable future here on campus and beyond!