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 lab, 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 clinical psychology and earth science.

Joseph is a Honours Integrated Science student concentrating in Biology. He is a highly engaged writer and researcher within the McMaster and Hamilton community. Joe is an undergraduate research assistant for Dr. Carolyn Eyles, studying the Niagara Escarpment and Bruce Trail, and assisting Dr. Patricia Chow-Fraser at McMaster University. He has completed research on sustainable energy development and is a student member of the Canadian Society for Ecology and Evolution, Geological Association of Canada, and Geological Society of North America. Joe was the recipient of the McMaster Honours Scholarship Award, and Academics and Athletics School Letterman from St. Mary’s Catholic Secondary School. He is passionate about the natural sciences, writing, the City of Hamilton and enjoys hockey and cycling. 

Rebecca is pursuing a Bachelor of Arts and Science with a combined Honours in Environment and Society. She has extensive experience with social media marketing, graphic design, and outreach and was formerly involved in Ryerson University’s Creative Industries program. Rebecca has held numerous leadership positions as an academic representative in the Ryerson University Course Union and Student Athletic Association Co-President. She was the recipient of the Ontario Principal’s Award for Student Leadership and the Jeannette Eberhard Leadership Award in 2019. Rebecca has a passion for sustainability and enjoys skiing, running and hiking.

Jason is completing a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in sustainability at McMaster University. He enjoys applying engineering to practical issues and has designed a food delivery drone and writing aid for patients with dystonia. Jason has expertise in Autodesk Inventor design and Python programming. He was awarded McMaster’s President’s Scholarship in 2019 and is an Academic All-Canadian on McMaster’s varsity cross country team. Jason enjoys the outdoors, including running, biking, skiing, and kayaking.

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.

Eric is an Honours Integrated Science student concentrating in Chemical Biology. He has considerable research experience as a student researcher in McMaster’s Glacial Sedimentology lab. Eric has published work on Hamilton’s Bruce Trail and on the erosion of Lake Erie in the iScientist journal. His research also includes a variety of interdisciplinary studies on sustainable energy, plant-animal interactions, and earth history. From a technical standpoint, Eric brings experience in ArcGIS, AutoCAD, and programming. He was the recipient of the McMaster President’s Scholarship, Chatham-Kent Secondary Governor General’s Award, and YMCA Science and Technology Award. Some of his favourite hobbies include watch collecting, hiking, and a variety of sports. 

Jessica is pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Biology and Environmental Science and has a breadth of experience in equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI). As president of the McMaster Black Students’ Association, she worked closely with the university to direct events on student wellbeing focused on ethnic and racial identity. Jessica is certified by the Equity and Inclusion Office in their Equity and Inclusion Training Workshop, and holds certifications in Inclusive Diversity, Respect in Work Settings, and Abuse Prevention. She has collaborated with a variety of cultural and religious organizations at McMaster including the Cooperative of Indigenous Studies Students and Alumni, the Muslim Studets’ Association, and the Pride Community Center. Beyond her experience in the EDI space, Jessica also has environmental research experience as an intern in the McMaster Ecohydrology Lab and Greenhouse assistant.