Kristina Birkeland (she/they) is a second year student from Fort Worth, Texas studying Politics and Environmental Studies. She’s passionate about building the  collective change for a livable and just world across every community. Outside the board, Kristina is involved in the Sunrise Movement and the Campus Climate Network, and is a proud member of OSCA. In her free time, she enjoys reading, backpacking and sunbathing in Tappan square.

Tashia Nyamunama (she/her) is a second-year student from Harare, Zimbabwe, double majoring in Computer Science and Global Health with a minor in Economics at Oberlin College. Passionate about sustainability and equity, she brings experience in ethical technology, data analysis, and grassroots project leadership to the Green EDGE Fund. On campus, she has contributed to Oberlin’s sustainability efforts through her work with the Environmental Dashboard and serves as both a student assistant in the Dean’s Office and a peer mentor in the Center for Student Success. Beyond academics, Tashia enjoys coding, public speaking, reading, dance and traveling. She is honored to serve on the Green EDGE Fund board and is excited to support innovative projects that create meaningful impact on campus and beyond.

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Katelyn Noonan (she/her) is a first-year from Chicago, IL. Though her major is undecided, she’s interested in Environmental Science, Politics, and Creative Writing. She’s very passionate about building a campus that’s allied with the surrounding environment, and creating an environmentally equitable world that protects global communities for the future. On campus, she’s also a part of the Video Game Cover Collective, and in her spare time she loves reading, writing, and playing her trumpet or guitar!

Menard Simoya (he/him/his) is a third-year Computer Science major from Chitungwiza, Zimbabwe. He is passionate about sustainability and founded a recycling initiative in his home community. At Oberlin, he continues this commitment through his roles as an Eco-Rep and as the Screen Display and Hardware Manager for the Environmental Dashboard. He also works as an AI Research Assistant in the Computer Science department. Outside of academics, Menard enjoys playing soccer and running. He is honored to serve on the Green EDGE Fund board and looks forward to supporting innovative sustainability projects.

Allison Bubar (she/her) is a third-year student from Newton, Massachusetts. She brings a unique technical perspective as a Computer Science, and Physics major. Outside of academics, Allison works for the Oberlin Environmental Dashboard, the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Planning, and plays on the Oberlin basketball team.

Marlena Bennett Hall (she/her) is a third year Biology and Environmental studies double major from Northern California. Her background in regenerative landscape design, permaculture, and art lends a unique perspective on sustainable development. She is committed to building intentional community and fostering environmental stewardship and long-term sustainability.  Beyond the Green EDGE fund, Marlena works at the AJLC’s Living Machine. She loves to cook, garden, backpack and play folk music.

Sophie Brown (she/her) is a first-year from Denver, CO, and a prospective comparative literature, creative writing, and Hispanic studies major. Having grown up exploring the national and state parks of the Rocky Mountains, she is passionate about the conservation of natural spaces. Sophie believes that every individual should play a role in sustainability and climate justice initiatives, and works to involve students, legislators, and community members in the fight for a greener world. In addition to her work with the Green EDGE Fund, Sophie is a staff writer for The Oberlin Review, and a member of the Oberlin Climate Coalition. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, reading, and dancing with OSwing and Blues.