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Jacob Cain
Energy & Sustainability Office Manager
Email: jacobcain@weber.eduPhone: 801-626-6311"it is new, it's a challenge, and it's the right thing to do."
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Jake has been WSU's Energy Manager since 2008. He has a B.S. degree in Applied Physics (Computational Emphasis) from Weber State University and is currently in the process of pursuing his MBA (with an Environmental Sustainability Certificate) also from Weber State University. Jake is also a Certified Energy Manager (CEM), a Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional (CLEP), and an Educational Facilities Professional (EFP). Throughout his life, Jake has lived in a variety of places. He has moved all over the Wasatch Front (Logan, SLC, Orem, Provo, and North Ogden), he has lived in several towns in Wyoming (Pinedale, Rock Springs, and Green River), and he spent two years in Russia. He has two children (Megan - 4 yrs. old and Issac - 2 years old) with another currently on the way. In his spare time he enjoys golf, racquetball, video games, computers, and engineering.
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Jennifer Bodine
Sustainability Specialist
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Jennifer has been with the Energy & Sustainability Office since the Fall of 2010. Prior to taking this position, Jennifer was a land use planner for Teton County in Jackson, Wyoming. She has a B.S. degree in Environmental Studies from Utah State University, an M.S. in Natural Resources Policy from The Ohio State University, and an M.A. in Public Administration from The Ohio State University. Jennifer was born in Logan, Utah, but moved to Layton, Utah in 1990. In addition to working as a planner in Jackson, Wyoming, she has worked in California for the Forest Service, Washington, D.C. as an intern for Wyoming Senator Mike Enzi, and in Ohio for the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. Through school, Jennifer has also had the opportunity to visit Belize, the Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Germany, France, Spain, Austria, Italy, the Czech Republic, Poland, and Greece. She has one daughter (3 yrs. old) who is the love of her life. When she isn't playing with her daughter, Jennifer likes to hike, camp, run, garden, and read. Jennifer feels very fortunate to have her position at WSU. She feels it is "not only an opportunity to work with fantastic people, but it is an opportunity to work on issues that she is very passionate about." With regard to her work Jennifer says that it was "not only her love of nature, but her love of people that convinced her to work in the environmental field." "Taking care of the planet means taking care of people."
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Scott Rafferty
Sustainability Technician
Email: ScottRafferty@weber.edu Phone: 801-626-6326 "It is exciting to be part of a team who's goal is to make things work more efficiently"
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Scott is originally from Tucson, AZ. He joined the sustainability team in Dec '11, and is pursuing a computer science degree here are Weber. He loves Utah for the many fishing opportunities that it offers. Naturally, he feels that improving air and water quality are important reasons to endeavor in the sustainability field. In addition to helping the environment "I like working in the Energy Office because I get to see many different sides of WSU." |
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Justin Owen
Sustainability Technician
Email: JustinOwen@weber.edu Phone: 801-626-6326 "it just feels good to work toward something you believe in."
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| Mr. Owen, a native to North Ogden, is the proud new owner of a B.S. in Geography from Weber. In his spare time he enjoys "nerdy games of the card, board, and video variety." Other interests include: hiking, biking,backpacking, skiing, reading and basketball. Justin shows up everyday because he loves the working environment, and "has the opportunity to expand and improve my skills."
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Hannah Rice
Student Sustainability Coordinator
Email: HannahRice@weber.edu
Phone: 801-626-6326 "The experience and knowledge I am gaining are highly valuable and solidify why I love learning about the environment!" |
| Area of Study: Geography, Environmental Emphasis Hometown: Layton, Utah Hobbies: I enjoy anything and everything outdoors! I love to ride bicycles and have been on a few long distance tours. Recently I have been mountain biking and running on the trails above the University. I also like to spend my free time reading, swimming, hiking, and climbing. Since becoming the student sustainability coordinator for WSU, my new favorite activity is dumpster diving to save recyclable material. Why I like working at the Energy & Sustainability Office: I like working at the Energy & Sustainability Office because of the wonderful people I work with on a daily basis who care deeply about the environment and work hard to implement environmental initiatives at WSU. I am thrilled for the opportunities I have received to learn more about the university and all of the exciting things happening at WSU.
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Dustin Stump
Energy Upgrade Plumber
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Dustin has been working in the Energy & Sustainability Office since Fall of 2010. He is a Utah Journeyman Licensed Plumber currently in the process of securing his Master Plumbers License. Dustin also is working on his Facilities Management Degree here at WSU. Dustin was born and raised in Ogden. He has been working as a plumber for the past ten years - starting his career first in residential plumbing and then working progressively into light commercial and then large commercial and industrial plumbing. Dustin has one beautiful daughter (age 9). In his free time, he loves to ride his motorcycle, play in the sun, and add to his tattoos. With regard to working in the energy and sustainability field, Dustin says that "I want to protect Mother Earth because if we don't now our children won't be able to enjoy what we have."
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Brian NielsenEnergy Upgrade Electrician
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Brian has been working in the Energy & Sustainability Office since Fall of 2010. He has his B.S. degree in History from Weber State University and is a licensed Electrical Journeyman. Previously he has worked at the Defense Depot, he has worked in telecommunications, and has been a teacher. Brian was born in Nashville to parents who were professional performers. He grew up in Los Angeles and moved to Ogden twenty years ago. He has 7 kids (2 boys and 5 girls). In his spare time he enjoys sports and athletics. Brian really enjoys his current position because "the people are great, the University is great, and the project is fantastic." He loves having the opportunity to update WSU's lighting and make it more efficient and effective.
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Tom Van CleaveUtilities Analyst
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Tom has been with WSU for 33 years and was most recently the Director of Plant Operations. He is now semi-retired and is working as WSU's Utilities Analyst when he is not busy enjoying all of the things he loves to do. Tom has a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering Tech. from WSU. He is a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and he is an Educational Facilities Professional (EFP). Tom has lived in Ogden all of his life. He and his wife Bonnie have 8 children, 22 grandchildren, and 2 great-grandchildren. He loves to play racquetball, "attempt" to play golf, and work out with weights. He and Bonnie love to travel, especially to the Oregon coast to visit car shows. He has an old Corvette that is in need of a constant supply of time and money. Tom says that "with all of the grandchildren, there is always something to do. I am teaching my youngest grandson racquetball and my goal is to stay active long enough to teach my great-grandson and great-granddaughter how to play the game." Tom has been working in energy management at WSU for over 20 years. With regard to his work, he says that: When I first started into this field, it was mostly on an "other duties as assigned" basis and consisted primarily of changing out the old T-12 lamps and magnetic ballasts when and if funds became available, which was infrequent at best. I have seen this industry grow and develop from a part-time position into to a highly technological, fun. exiting, career field. I totally enjoy all aspects of my new "job" and look forward to coming to work each day. Of course, the short term goal is to save the university energy through the implementation of technology and plain common sense, while providing a comfortable learning environment for our faculty, staff and students. On a much broader scope, I am a firm believer in the fact that we only have a limited amount of natural resources to meet the needs of an ever expanding world population. We need to be conscious of the world that we will be leaving to future generations and each of us needs to do our part, however small if may seem, to ensure that they will be able to have a quality life.
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Jake SerioAssistant Energy Upgrade Plumber
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Jake Serio has been with the Energy & Sustainability Office since the Fall of 2010. Previously, he was working on the landscaping crew in WSU's Facilities Management Department. Jake was born in Ogden, but spent several years in Marina, California before moving back to Ogden in 1994. After high school, Jake spent four years in the construction field doing framing and carpentry. He also spent two seasons as lift operator at Wolf Creek before obtaining his landscaping position at WSU. In his spare time, Jake enjoys hanging out in the outdoors (camping, hiking, biking, swimming, and snowboarding). His true passion is in art, primarily graphic and conceptual design. Jake is currently working on his degree in graphic arts and web design. With regard to his current position, Jake says that "I enjoy working in this department because I feel the practices and beliefs of said department are most relevant to the ever approaching future that is right around the corner. I believe sustainability is the future."
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Travis Lamb
Insulator
Phone: 801-626-6471 |
| Travis was brought on to help with the summer '12 steam pipe upgrades. Due to his positive attitude and good work we kept him on to help with more projects. While Travis is an Ogden native, he has seen much of the world during his time in the U.S. Navy aboard the USS. Abraham Lincoln. When he is not feeding his "major football addiction" his hobbies include god and weight training. Other than his brothers and sisters in arms, Travis says he has never worked with a better group of people than the Sustainability team. He enjoys being able to get involved in the projects and feels blessed to be a part of our group..... We are fortunate as well to have Travis!
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