Center for a Sustainable Society Staff

Valentina is half Mexican and half Slovak. She is currently a junior majoring in Environmental studies and International studies and minoring in Japanese. She is part of the women’s tennis team and the school band. As part of the CSS she plans on promoting more healthier, sustainable lifestyles which will benefit our planet. 

Andie is an expected graduate of '25 with a double major in anthropology and environmental studies and a minor in philosophy. She is passionate about creating a greener, more environmentally responsible, and sustainable future for the planet. Her work with the Center for Sustainable Society helps foster positive change and a more equitable future through great solutions and collaborative initiatives. 

Abigail is a first year student from Sandy, Utah and is currently planning on double-majoring in Applied Sustainability and Politics. She is on the basketball and rowing team, and is an intern for the mayor of Forest Grove. She edits CSS videos, is in charge of the Youtube channel, and is the lead for the environmental policy group.

Theresa Hay grew up in Scappoose, Oregon and is currently a senior studying environmental biology. She is always happy to talk about anything animal or nature related and is passionate about protecting the environment through local action. During her free time she enjoys crafting, hiking, and writing fantasy novels. 

Tait is a senior at Pacific majoring in Physics, with a minor in Math. He is a member of the men's soccer team, and plays cello in the Pacific Philharmonic Orchestra. Tait is an intern with the Energy Trust of Oregon, his work involves mitigating natural gas usage in campus buildings.

Makenna Is a 2025 Senior at Pacific University from Tigard Oregon, majoring in Japanese, and minoring in applied sustainability. Her interest about caring for the earth and being sustainable, made her want to join CSS. In her free time she loves doing arts and crafts, play video games, and go thrifting.

Jaymee is a senior at Pacific University from Hillsboro, Oregon majoring in Social Work with a minor in Disability Studies. Jaymee works at the Free Store and is excited to educate others about the importance of sustainability on campus and in the local community. In her free time she enjoys listening to music, playing video games, thrifting, and trying new foods.

Raz is a Ph.D. candidate in Vision Science and an international student from Iran. She graduated with Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Optometry from Iran and came to the United States to further her education. Raz has been a vegetarian for over 15 years and believes that all animals have the right to live without fear or danger. She advocates for promoting plant-based food options as a way to respect these rights while also caring for the Earth and fostering a deeper connection with nature. She is enthusiastic about participating in research, developing educational materials, and helping to organize events that encourage others to adopt a plant-based lifestyle. For her, working with the Center for a Sustainable Society (CSS) is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to express gratitude for the chance to make life easier for others while also contributing to the well-being of our planet. 

Grace is a junior attending Pacific University from Spokane, Washington. She is majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Sport Marketing. She is also a part of the Women's collegiate soccer team. Being a part of CSS, she plans on promoting plant-based protein to other athletes as well as other vegan snacks and treats. During her free time, she enjoys hiking, skiing, working out, and being with friends. 

Jazmyn is a junior year biology major from Friday Harbor Washington. She has been competitively swimming for the past 16 years and is currently on her 3rd year of being on the Boxer Swim team. She is a part of the sewing team, which fixes and up-cycles clothes from the free store. She is passionate about helping the environment and making a change.