Member since: 2016

Background:
B.S. in Chemical Engineering at UC Davis.

"I went to school for engineering because I truly believe it's the path to really making a difference by providing executable solutions for communities in need! I'm equally as passionate about giving back to the Bay Area community and those surrounding, whether it through outreach or projects."

Member since: 2009

Background:
B.S. in Civil Engineering.

"Originally from South America and enjoy using my engineering and Spanish skills to help out communities in need."

Member since: 2017

Background:
B.S. in Political Science

"I got involved with EWB because I always enjoy finding new ways to get involved, help, and learn from different communities. I love to travel to new places, hike, kayak, and go to wine tastings" 

Member since: 2014

Background:
B.S. in Chemical Engineering at Berkeley.

"In my spare time, I enjoy travelling to new and favorite places and being in nature." 

Member since: 2017

Background:
BB.S. Chemical Engineering and minor in Psychology from UC Davis.

"I am delighted to serve as EWB's Co-Membership and Volunteer Coordinator with Andrea Trese. Studying Chemical Engineering and Psychology at UC Davis helped me discover a true passion for people AND science. I have worked for 3 years in the engineering field - 2 of those in automation specifically. My hobbies include cooking, running, podcasts, reading, hiking, hosting appetizer parties, and spending time with dogs. I'm looking forward to using my eclectic skills towards helping EWB!" 

Kenya Team

Member since: 2014

Background:
B.S.E., M.S.E. in Environmental Engineering (Water Resources) at Univ. of Michigan. Boren Fellowship for Swahili study.

"At work, I focus on preventing trash pollution from reaching creeks and the bay. In my free time, I enjoy painting, traveling, and planning projects with the awesome volunteers at EWB SFP." 

Haiti Team

Member since: 2011

Background:
Doctoral Degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering; Licensed Professional Engineer.

Elizabeth provides outreach and mentorship to the many EWB student chapters in the Bay Area. She has a passion for education notably associated with sanitation. Her love of nature extends to the ocean environment where she enjoys scuba diving, boogie boarding and stand-up paddling.

Nicaragua El Limon Team

Member since: 2016

Background:
B.S. in Environmental Engineering at UC San Diego. Employed at NASA Ames BioSciences.

"I'm passionate about engineering because it enables me to make tangible, positive impacts in the world. I play music, hike, dance, and laugh loudly at inopportune times." 

Member since: 2017

Background:
B.S. in Biomedical Engineering at UC Davis.

"I enjoy traveling and roasting coffee, and I'm excited to be working with EWB!" 

Member since: 2017

Background:
B.S. in Biomedical Engineering at UC Davis.

"I enjoy traveling and roasting coffee, and I'm excited to be working with EWB!" 

Past Co-President of the West Coast Region; served on West Coast and Domestic TAC; and as ARC Team Leader.  Co-Project Manager for Nicaragua Composting Toilets and El Llanito Water Supply Teams, International Community Programs (ICP) Reviewer (formerly  TAC reviewer).

Member since: 2005

Background:
Registered Mechanical Professional Engineer. Retired from 32 year career as project engineer and program manager at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.

Pat has presented workshops at several EWB-USA Regional and International Conferences, in 2006 he founded Belize Open Source - Sustainable Development (BOSSD).

Kenya Team

Member since: 2015

Background:
B.S. in Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering from UC Davis.

"I spend my 40 hours per week taking care of the buildings of downtown SF, striving to make them more energy efficient. Off the clock activities include: rock climbing, fiddling with fiber and wandering all over Mt Tam, rain or shine. My past is full of worldly adventures with rock climbing. Now it's about worldly adventures with engineering." 

Member since: 2010

Background:
B.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering and minor in French Language from Northeastern University in Boston, MA.

"I recently moved here from Boston, MA and am excited to get involved with EWB-SFP chapter. In my spare time I enjoy traveling and exploring my new home! " 

Member since: 2017

Background:
B.S. in Civil Engineering from Loyola Marymount University.

"I've always loved the work that EWB does and I'm excited to be involved with the SF chapter! In my free time I enjoy photography, playing with my kittens, and exploring the bay area."

Member since: 2017

Background: B. S in Environmental Biology and Management from University of California at Davis,  M.S. in Environmental Studies from San Jose State University

"I am excited to be part of the Haiti Team, building bridges!"

Member since: 2016

Background: B. Eng. in Civil Engineering from McGill University,  M.S. in Civil & Environmental Engineering from Stanford University

"At my day job, I help building owners increase the profitability of their assets by reducing their carbon footprint. Outside of the office, I enjoy playing my guitar, learning new languages, and working with the outstanding team at EWB make a difference beyond our borders"

Member Since: 2015

Background:
B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from University of Southern California, M.S. Mechanical Engineering - Energy Systems from Columbia University.

"In my free time, I like to play and share music, think about building stuff, and participate in the Bay Area's diverse antics."

Member Since: 2013

Background:
B.S. in Civil Engineering from San Jose State University and Master of Engineering in Structural Engineering from Oregon State University.

"On my free time, I enjoy being outdoors playing soccer, hiking , camping and traveling overseas."

Member since: 2011

Background:
Doctoral Degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering; Licensed Professional Engineer.

Elizabeth provides outreach and mentorship to the many EWB student chapters in the Bay Area. She has a passion for education notably associated with sanitation. Her love of nature extends to the ocean environment where she enjoys scuba diving, boogie boarding and stand-up paddling.

Past Co-President of the West Coast Region; served on West Coast and Domestic TAC; and as ARC Team Leader.  Co-Project Manager for Nicaragua Composting Toilets and El Llanito Water Supply Teams, International Community Programs (ICP) Reviewer (formerly  TAC reviewer).

Member since: 2005

Background:
Registered Mechanical Professional Engineer. Retired from 32 year career as project engineer and program manager at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory.

Pat has presented workshops at several EWB-USA Regional and International Conferences, in 2006 he founded Belize Open Source - Sustainable Development (BOSSD).

Jennifer Lawrence is a PhD Candidate in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at the University of California, Berkeley.  Previously, she served as an environmental educator and sustainable development volunteer in rural Morocco with the United States Peace Corps.  Jennifer is interested in the development of microbial technologies for sustainable wastewater treatment.  Currently, she is studying the interactions among microbial populations within an anaerobic ammonium oxidation (anammox) reactor for the enhanced removal of nitrogen from municipal wastewater effluent.  Jennifer joined EWB in 2015 and was part of the 2016 Traveling Team to Fiji.  She currently co-manages the EWB-SFP Fiji Team.

Member since: 2009

Background: B.S. in Environmental Toxicology, finishing M.S. in Chemical Engineering

Certified Associate Project Manager (PMI), Distribution Operator Grade II (DDW), Water Treatment Operator Grade II (DDW), Certified Laboratory Analyst Grade II (CWEA) and E.I.T.

"In my free time I enjoy cycling, hiking, Crossfit, photography, exploring, and amazing conversations over coffee."

Member since: 2009

Background: B.S. in Biology, M.S. in Environmental Management. Qualified SWPPP Practitioner (QSP)

"I have had the volunteer bug from a young age and am a huge fan of international travel which makes EWB perfect.  In my free time I enjoy learning about the traditions of yoga and meditation, the outdoors and the ocean."

Member since: 2016

Background: Environmental Engineering at Cal Poly San Louis Obispo

"In my leisure time I enjoy playing guitar, going to concerts, and cooking."

Member since: 2015

Background: Architecture and Sustainable Design at UC Berkeley

"In my leaser time I love skateboarding, traveling, and doing concert photography."