Executive Board

Henry studies Integrated Science with a concentration in Earth and Environmental Sciences. He has a wealth of research experience as a researcher at McMaster’s Glacial Sedimentology and Ecohydrology laboratories, the Bridgepoint Hospital Research Collaboratory, and UHN Brain Tumour Molecular Biology Research lab. Henry is a representative for the McMaster Undergraduate Research Science Association, editor at the iScientist, and reviewer for the Journal of Undergraduate Research. He is an Academic All-Canadian on the McMaster varsity cross country team and enjoys running. Henry is a Schulich Scholar and the recipient of the McMaster Provost’s Honour Roll Medal, President’s Scholarship, and Edward Marvin Dalley Scholarship. He has a passion for entrepreneurship, environmental science, and research with publications in environmental and earth science.

Emily is a student at McMaster studying engineering physics and society. She has an interest in plastics and waste management and designed an artificial intelligence-based recycling education tool to reduce the frequency and severity of recycling contamination. Emily is actively involved in the community as a member of the Royal Botanical Gardens natural lands committee, representative of the McMaster Women in Engineering Society, and STEM editor at InsideND. She is an Ontario Scholar and received the House of Commons award for community involvement, McMaster Honour award, and McMaster Engineering Research Experience Award. Her research work won McMaster’s DECA GRIT project in 2020. Emily enjoys reading,  sewing, and playing music.

Nishant is a 4th year Biomedical Discovery and Commercialization student at McMaster. He is passionate about sustainable transportation and infrastructure design, as well as waste management in the healthcare and biomedical research sectors. Nishant currently leads an NSERC-funded research project investigating the genetic landscape of bacterial survival strategies. He brings industry-level marketing experience built during his time spent at Goodself, a health-focused social media platform. In his spare time, he enjoys volunteering for LGBTQ+ community-supporting organizations and hunting for Hamilton's best microbrew. 

Ava is a 3rd year Integrated Science student, with a concentration in Earth and Environmental Sciences, studying at McMaster University. She has significant experience in performing research, literature review, data collection/analysis, and using experimental design to understand complex issues and tackle problems in all areas of science. However, she has a particular passion for sustainability and environmentalism, and is interested in the ways we can use science and the research process to educate ourselves and others on how to fight the global issue of climate change. Although this seems like a huge undertaking for any individual or even a single organization, Ava believes that small changes can snowball into huge positive impacts, and she is excited to help businesses grow their sustainability platform and assist in taking small steps to drive big change.

A third year student in Earth and Environmental Science, Connor has interest in sustainable urban development and water systems. He has experience in field research as a cultural archaeologist for Archaeological Research Associates Ltd. Connor has conducted research in microplastic waste management focusing on environmental remediate techniques. He is a member of McMaster's Varsity Cross Country and Track and Field teams and is a mentor in the School of Earth, Environment, and Society Students' Association, where he guides first and second year students. 

Megan is in her fourth year of Civil Engineering and Society with an interdisciplinary minor in sustainability at McMaster University. She has experience in asset management consulting experience in the field of municipal engineering. Megan is passionate about integrating the principles of sustainability with civil engineering; her interests include green infrastructure for stormwater management, resilient cities, holistic design, and circular economy. 

Molly is a 4th year Mechanical Engineering and Management student who has over a year of experience working in consulting, including 7 months specifically performing greenhouse gas emissions quantifications and carbon footprints. She is interested in finding ways to reduce her environmental footprint through responsible consumption, composting, and educating her friends and family. Molly is excited to help businesses recognize the potential fiscal benefits from implementing sustainable business practices and showcase this to key stakeholders to initiate their sustainability journey.