Office of Sustainability
Staff Directory
Sustainability Officers

Francis Mitalo
Program Specialist
Sustainability Officers
About
I am a sustainability professional with over seven years of experience in higher education, specializing in strategic planning and implementation for climate mitigation and adaptation. In addition, I bring four years of expertise in carbon sequestration and carbon credit programs, with a proven track record of advancing institutional sustainability goals through cross-sector collaboration, data-driven reporting, and policy alignment.

Codie Sterner
Program Director
Sustainability Officers
About
Codie Sterner has explored sustainability from many directions, with education and hands-on experience in behavioral sciences, environmental studies and equity, food systems, renewable energy, and zero waste. Passionate about rethinking how humans interact with the planet, Codie is dedicated to inspiring others to be better stewards of the environment and spark positive change.
Marketing & Communications
Sathya Srinivasan
Website & Newsletter Student Assistant
Marketing & Communications
About
Hey everyone! I’m a third-year Computer Science with Business Applications student at UCR, focused on scalable systems and digital platforms. I merge web development with sustainability to create meaningful impact and support equity initiatives on campus.

Melina Shafie
Marketing Student Assistant
Marketing & Communications
About
I am a fourth-year Marketing student at UCR, interested in promoting sustainable practices. I’m especially drawn to the intersection of aesthetics and consumer behavior.

Alina Ho
Marketing Student Assistant
Marketing & Communications
About
Hello! I’m a fourth-year Business Administration student at UCR, focusing on Information Systems and marketing. I’m passionate about sustainability and using creativity to inspire environmental awareness on campus.
Office of Sustainability Advisors

Gustavo Plascencia
Office of Sustainability Advisor for Dining & Housing
Office of Sustainability Advisors

Adam Schnirel
Office of Sustainability Advisor for Facilities Services
Office of Sustainability Advisors
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Juliann Emmons Allison
Office of Sustainability Advisor for Academics
Office of Sustainability Advisors
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California Climate Action Corps (CCAC) Fellows

Ashley Avila
CCAC Fellow
CCAC: R'Garden
About
My last quarter I was able to intern at the Garden and learned a lot about Sustainability and this fellowship position; I'm excited to return to UCR as a fellow to aid and maintain the R'Garden. I'm looking forward to learning more and a great year!

Sofia Gonzalez
CCAC Fellow
CCAC: R'Garden
About
Hello! I’m a recent graduate from CSULB, where I earned my B.A in Geography and a certificate in GIS. I’m passionate about expanding green spaces in underserved communities through gardening tree planting, and using spatial analysis tools to identify and address environmental justice trends. I’m excited to contribute to R’Garden’s mission of sustainability and community resilience this year!

Matisse Rios
CCAC Fellow
CCAC: Green Labs
About
I’m a third-year Environmental Engineering major at UCR, actively involved in research labs on campus and a member of the Green Labs team. We focus on increasing water and energy efficiency in labs while promoting proper waste management and sustainable practices.

Jose Linares
CCAC Fellow
CCAC: Green Labs
About
I'm a third-year Biology and Environmental Science major at UC Riverside, and member of the Office of Sustainability's Green Labs team. My academic and professional interests focus on water systems, climate change, and sustainability. I currently collaborate with research laboratories to implement and promote sustainable practices across campus.

Angelique Lawrence
CCAC Fellow
CCAC: Zero Waste
About
Hi everyone! I’m a proud UCR alum with a B.A. in Media and Cultural Studies. During my four years working with the Basic Needs Department, I developed a deep passion for supporting students who share similar backgrounds and experiences as my own. That passion continues to guide my work today as the California Climate Action Zero Waste Fellow, where I focus on educating and engaging students to reduce food waste and promote sustainability on campus.

Emily Macias
CCAC Fellow
CCAC: Eco-Highlanders
About
Hello! I am a UCR Alumni where I earned my B.A. in Education, Society, and Human Development! I have a passion for teaching, and coming up with creative ways to bring education and sustainability together! I work on providing workshops, events, and sustainable initiatives for Residential Life on campus!