2025 Cohort

Capstone Interns

UW Seattle

Winter 2025 Environmental Program

Yifan Han

Senior
Major: Senior Environmental Studies
Bio: As an artist and environmental advocate, I’m blending my passion for art with my commitment to raising awareness about the environment.

Ben Lock

Junior/3rd Year
Major: Political Science and Environmental Studies
Minor: Gender Women Sexuality Studies
Bio: During my time at UW, I have had a deep interest in environmental policy, science communication, and increasing accessibility to the outdoors. Along with my studies, I am an avid rock climber, running the Climbing Team at UW and I enjoy going on long walks, especially during dawn or dusk.

Mayah Levy

Senior
Major: Environmental Studies
Minor: Data Science
Bio: I was born in raised in the Bay Area, California in which I developed a deep connection to my natural environment. I spent my hours exploring the redwood forests and cliffy shores of Northern California. This connection to and interest in the planet is what moved me to pursue a degree in Environmental Studies which has been an incredible experience. In addition to my earthly interests, I am an avid yogi and music enthusiast!

Summer 2025 Environmental Program

Kaylin Datwyler

Major: Double Major in Environmental Studies and Political Science
Bio: I love to go outside in nature as well as read a good book. I am passionate about finding policy solutions to environmental problems as well as building a community around place.

UW Bothell

Winter 2025 Environmental Program

Hayley Ren

Major: Psychology
Minor: Restoration Ecology
Bio: I am passionate about environmental education and working to make the future a better place for the children around us. During the school year I work as a preschool teacher and over the summers I teach outdoor skills with the Wilderness Awareness School at parks around the greater Seattle area, including St. Eds!

Lexi Rutledge

Senior
Major: Earth Systems Science
Bio: I’ve grown up in Washington state and currently live in Seattle with my two cats. In my free time I enjoy reading, running and hiking. I have a passion for nature and strongly believe in sustainability, environmental education and environmental protection.

Campus Coalition Interns

These students’ internships were supported by the Campus Coalition for the Public Good for the 2024-2025 academic year.

Janelle Adsuara

Graduating Senior
Major: Environmental Studies
Minor: Geographic Information Systems
Bio: I’m originally from the SF Bay Area and grew up surrounded by both urban and natural environments, which is what has inspired me to pursue a career that aims to bridge the gap between humans and nature. In my free time you’ll often find me bouldering, cooking, or doing some sort of craft.

Maya Vora

Senior
Major: Business
Concentration: Management information systems
Bio: I’m interested in the intersection of sustainability, technology, and community impact, and I’m passionate about finding ways to share ideas and information in engaging and accessible ways. Outside of school, I love cooking, baking, going to the gym, and practicing Pilates.

Katrina Briggs

Senior
Major: Conservation and Restoration Science
Bio: I spent my formative years exploring the outback of sunny Florida. That led me to understand the importance of learning about nature in nature. I am passionate about preserving our natural world and building reciprocal and harmonious relationships with it. In my free time, I love spending time with my two cats and doing different types of DIY projects.

Ash Putzke

Junior/3rd Year
Majors: Earth Systems Science and Biology
Bio: I appreciate how much nature has to show us. My broad focus in both ESS and BIO gives me more perspective, which deepens my understanding of the natural world. I have always had a connection and appreciation for the outdoors – hiking, tide pooling, birdwatching, rock collecting and much more – and the more I learn the more I there is to find!

Hayley Ren

Aysha Siddiqui

Major: Conservation and Restoration Science
Minor: Urban Planning and Design
Bio: I am interested in working in environmental planning in the future. In my free time I like to read, bake, draw, and spend time outdoors.

Summer Research Award Scholars

Aleeza Khan

Major: Pre-major planning on majoring in Computer Science
Bio: I’m passionate about using technology to create solutions, especially in areas related to environmental sustainability.

Benji Kang

Major: Business Administration Marketing Option
Bio: I enjoy playing volleyball, fishing, and photography.

Max Simpson

Major: Computer Engineering
Bio: I am interested in everything computer science, and my hobbies include writing, drawing, and anything creative.

EnCAP Summer Interns

Ash Putzke

Dan Nguyen

Major: Biology
Minor: Data Analysis
Bio: My interests are restoration ecology and studying marine specie behavior. In my free time I enjoy motorsports and being outdoors.

Skyler MacPhee

Major: Undeclared Engineering
Bio: My focus in this EnCAP program is on Green Building and sustainable building in general, I just love plants and making pretty green things. Some of my other interests include graphic design, hiking, car photography, and video games.

Special Project Interns

Newton Austria-Ball

Major: Biology
Minor: Creative Writing
Bio: Hi! My name is Newton, I go by they/them pronouns, and I am one of the Native Plant Interns this summer. My interests include: plants, nature and art. My hobbies include: going on hikes, painting, playing my instruments and playing videogames.

Benton Kellogg

Major: Conservation and Restoration Science
Bio: Benton is a senior in the School of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences at UW Bothell. They are majoring in Conservation and Restoration Science, and they have been happy to have so many opportunities to study ecology and get experience working with professors. They have experience in field work and environmental education, and they enjoy birdwatching and wildlife photography in their free time.

Samantha Tai

Major: Data Visualization
Bio: Hi everyone, my name is Samantha Tai. I am excited to join the CoSEE intern this summer break. My hobby is to play the piano on my free time. I am looking forward to working with you all this summer!

Tho Trinh

Major: Biology
Bio: Hi! I’m Tho Hoang Dong Trinh, or you can call me Tina. I love exploring the natural world and getting involved in hands-on environmental projects. Outside of school, I enjoy taking nature walks, trying new foods, and snapping photos of cool plants and animals. I’m always curious and up for an adventure, and I’m excited to keep learning and growing through new experiences.

Miriam Alshammary

Major: Biology
Minor: Neuroscience
Bio: My interests are volunteering and helping out in the community, I love to be active and help those who identify with refugee or immigrant status. My hobbies include playing sports especially running or going snowboarding in the winter time and hanging out with my friends.

Amisha Singh

Major: Finance
Minor: Economics