Catherine Segada

Email: catherine.segada@maine.edu

Program/Department: Anthropology and Environmental Policy/Anthropology

Why did you decide to become a GSG senator?: I wanted to be a strong advocate for my peers in the anthropology department and to be part of a team that actively works towards improving graduate students’ overall environment.

How would you best serve your constituents?: Through open and transparent communication and regular check-ins with fellow graduate students. In addition, providing accurate and timely information to my constituents about all aspects of GSG.

Please tell us about your research or some fun facts about you: I am currently an RA on the Maine Debris Project, working on establishing a pilot project for reusable take-out containers systems for restaurants in coastal Maine communities. Personally, I am study the socio-economic aspects of suburban lawns. During my free time, I volunteer for Black Bear Mutual Aid Fund, a local non-profit that works to support UMaine community members.

How do you plan on communicating with your constituents?: Through proactive emailing and regularly attending GSG meetings and other graduate student events.