Gwen Cook ’13
Project Manager & Outreach Coordinator
Architectural Studies, Italian
I helped with the design and construction of Middlebury’s 2011 home, Self-Reliance, and I have been hooked on SD ever since. I cannot wait to see what the 2013 team can accomplish!
Jonah Merris ’13
Graphic Design & Marketing Manager
Architectural Studies/Political Science Double Major
I love visualizing information. Bringing InSite to life has challenged me to think and see in ways I never have while investing in my generation’s future.
Ellie Krause ’14
Design Coordinator
Architectural Studies, Global Health
Not only am I learning to effectively manage a team, but I’m also collaborating with and learning alongside an incredible group of individuals. All the while, I’ve developed skills in architecture, Revit, public speaking, and anything in sight! I believe that through InSite we have the ability to grow as students and to inspire a better future.
Kate Eiseman ’15
Construction Coordinator & Health and Safety Officer
Architectural Studies
Never have I ever asked so many questions. Never have I ever learned so much.
Laura Romig ’12.5
Finance & Fundraising Coordinator
Environmental Studies, Economics
As a last semester senior and environmental science major, I knew I had to get involved with the project. Solar Decathlon combines so many of my interests and allows me to apply what I have learned in the classroom to a real-world problem.
Becky Wasserman ’14
Education Coordinator
Environmental Studies, Religion/Philosophy
I work on educational outreach because I believe teaching others about the mission of InSite is just as important as building the home. I love providing children with the tools and passion to become the next generation of environmentally conscious citizens of the planet.
Jake Eisenberg ’15
Materials Coordinator
Environmental Studies, Geography
InSite has given me the oppurtunity to see the world of green building and deepen my understanding of innovative sustainble design.I enjoy long walks on the beach.
Jack Kerby-MIller ’14
Project Manager
Environmental Studies, Chemistry Joint Major, Chinese, Economics
I joined solar decathlon my first week on campus as a freshman, and it’s been one of the defining moments of my life at middlebury. I’ve been involved in design and construction, working with BIM software, but have transitioned to a management role for the 2013 effort. Sustainability is my passion, and the Solar Decathlon project has been one of the most fulfilling outlets.
Joseph Mutter ’15
MEP Coordinator
Architectural Studies
The environment is an aspect of life that I want to help preserve for future generations to enjoy. I want to share my experiences of learning many new useful building techniques and have fun doing so.
Cordelia Newbury ’13
Team Manager
Environmental Studies, Architectural Studies
Working as Design Coordinator and Team Manager has been extremely rewarding and has given me more management experience, organization skills, and responsibility than any other experience at Middlebury. Solar Decathlon is such a dynamic, complex, and fulfilling competition and it has shaped my college experience for the better and has prepared me for what is next!
Kayla Bien ’13
Materials Coordinator
Environmental Studies, Architectural Studies
I’m keen about environmental studies and design, so Solar Decathlon is a fitting way to explore all that I’m interested in! I aspire to become an architect of green schools.
Ashar Nelson
Faculty Advisor
This is my second Solar Decathlon experience with Middlebury College students, and I cannot think of a more rewarding way to teach. I love to watch our talented students design and plan the construction of our house, using this very complicated experience as a springboard for learning foundational skills of management, collaboration and leadership.
Andrea Murray
Faculty Advisor
Gwen Cook ’13
Project Manager & Outreach Coordinator
Architectural Studies, Italian
I helped with the design and construction of Middlebury’s 2011 home, Self-Reliance, and I have been hooked on SD ever since. I cannot wait to see what the 2013 team can accomplish!
Jonah Merris ’13
Graphic Design & Marketing Manager
Architectural Studies/Political Science Double Major
I love visualizing information. Bringing InSite to life has challenged me to think and see in ways I never have while investing in my generation’s future.
Becky Wasserman ’14
Education Coordinator
Environmental Studies, Religion/Philosophy
I work on educational outreach because I believe teaching others about the mission of InSite is just as important as building the home. I love providing children with the tools and passion to become the next generation of environmentally conscious citizens of the planet.
Caroline Santinelli ’14
Outreach and Communications
Environmental Studies, Nonfiction Writing
I’m passionate about the environment, education, writing, teaching, creating, community, exploring, and mountains.
Danny Nigh ’15
Outreach and Communications
Environmental Studies, History
Camille Seyler ’14
Education Coordinator
Environmental Studies, Economics
I like sunshine, rainbows, and cost benefit analysis.
Sofia Silverglass ’15.5
Education
Education Studies
I joined the solar decathlon team last semester because I am passionate about sharing the values of sustainable living. When not helping local 2nd graders build their own environmentally-friendly cardboard buildings, I spend my time doing ceramics, climbing, and eating lots of locally grown vegetables.
Jordan Collins ’15
Education
Environmental Studies, Religion/Philosophy
I joined Solar D to learn more about sustainable design and build off the skills that I gained on past mission trips. The Outreach team suited my aptitudes and interests a bit more, and I’ve found engaging with the community (especially children) really rewarding and a mutual learning experience.
Gilian Lui ’13
Education
Environmental Studies, Conservation Biology
If I could have one superpower, it would be the ability to spread concepts central to sustainable design and sustainable living to each and every corner of the Earth. And teleportation.
Stephanie Soussloff
Outreach and Communications
Geography, Economics
This is my second semester with Solar D. My love of the environment and passion for working with other people brought me here- I’ve loved being a part of something on campus that has such a real-world impact on our community and beyond.
Evan Gallagher ’15
Outreach and Communications
Neuroscience
I’m all about designing cool looking graphics, so I help out with InSite’s visual identity. I also like skiing and roller coasters.
Lizzie Durkin ’15
Outreach and Communications
I really like horses. I want to live in a place where I don’t need a car but rather can travel everywhere by horseback. That is why I’m inspired by Middlebury and its walkable community. Lets take life back to the 1800s, candlelight dinners, ankle length dresses, horses and self-sustainable living!
Hannah Dietrich ’15
Outreach and Communications
Conservation Biology
Maddy Lawler ’14
Outreach and Communications
Film & Media Studies
I love sharing Solar Decathlon’s commitment to sustainability and a cleaner future. Working with social media has proved that InSite’s mission is accessible and relevant, and it’s been a blast working on ways to spread the message to even more people!
Rita Croce ’14
Outreach and Communications
Environmental Studies, Architectural Studies
Two of my greatest passions are art and the outdoor world. It only seems natural to work on a project like the solar decathlon!
Sarah Consagra ’13
Outreach and Communications
Psychology
I’m a senior at Middlebury, and this is my second semester working on the Solar Decathlon Team. I love singing, reading, writing, and spending time outside in the fall.
Lillie Hodges ’13
Geography & Political Science
Outreach & Communications
I really wanted to get involved with Solar D after learning that the team was made up of more than just engineers and architects. The project is so detailed and I wanted to learn how to help the environment through sustainable architecture. I have loved learning how to market and advertise such an amazing project.
Ellie Krause ’14
Design Coordinator
Architectural Studies, Global Health
Not only am I learning to effectively manage a team, but I’m also collaborating with and learning alongside an incredible group of individuals. All the while, I’ve developed skills in architecture, Revit, public speaking, and anything in sight! I believe that through InSite we have the ability to grow as students and to inspire a better future.
Ali Vallarta 13′
Ari Lattanzi ’13
Solar Path Coordinator
Latin American Studies, Political Science, Global Health
I started with zero knowledge of electrical or structural engineering, but I draw my motivation from the ideas of Cradle to Cradle and hope to use what I learn from InSite and the Solar Path alongside my experience farming and firefighting to ultimately work with sustainable community development.
Becca Hicks ’15
Simba Chakauya
Design
I am passionate about sustainable design and this is exactly what drew me Middlebury. I hope to continue studying architecture with a focus in green architecture and I feel like I am at the right place to do this.
Evan Deutsch ’13
Design and Model Production
Environmental Studies, Architectural Studies
A member of the 2011 Middlebury Solar Decathlon team, Evan is a last-semester senior. He hopes to contribute artistic production skills and a creative eye to the project.
Masha Lafen ’15
Procurement & Landscaping
Geography, Biology, Russian
I love learning about plants. But most of all I’m excited to be part of a project that harnesses so many skillsets, outlooks, and backgrounds to create a concrete, innovative solution.
Eliza Margolin ’15
Design
Environmental Studies, Architectural Studies
This is my second semester at Middlebury and working on Solar Decathlon. As someone who’s always been interested in environmental issues, I love that design can offer solutions for sustainability!
Shrif Nada ’16
Mechanical Designer
Lindsay Warne ’15
Landscape Design
Environmental Studies, Geography
This is my first semester with Solar Decathlon and best decision I have made so far with my time here at Middlebury. I’m excited to be part of this project and show what liberal arts can contribute to the sustainability debate. When I’m drawing landscape plans or scoping the land for barnwood, I can be found somewhere outside!
Zach Doleac ’12.5
Models and Photography
Environmental Studies, Architectural Studies
The birds the bees the flowers and the trees; that’s what I like.
Ian Stewart ’14
Interior Design
Architectural Studies, Political Science
I’m a junior from Iowa City studying Architecture and Political Science, doing journalism and graphic design, and thinking about social justice issues, hearing and re-telling stories, community, and what’s for dinner.
Julian Macrone ’14
Landscaping
Philosophy, Environmental Studies
After realizing I already spend ungodly amounts of time with people on the team, I figured I’d get involved formally. I find sustainable design fascinating because of the connection it establishes between our lived lives and the environment. Plus plants are awesome.
Eshetu Feleke ’14
Design
Architectural Studies, Studio Art, French
I’ve been involved with SD team since last year. I’m a junior going abroad next year to L’École Speciale d’Architecture in Paris.
Kate Eiseman ’15
Construction Coordinator & Health and Safety Officer
Architectural Studies
Never have I ever asked so many questions. Never have I ever learned so much.
Anthony Lee ’13
Logistics/Construction Scheduling
Political Science
This is my first year doing Solar Decathlon, despite it being my senior year. In Solar Decathlon I work on the logistics aspect of the project, such as a finding a place for us to build. Outside of Solar Decathlon I spend most of my time running cross-country, indoor, and outdoor track.
Brandon Gell ’16
Construction Management, Panel Design
This is my first semester at Middlebury, and my first semester with Solar Decathlon. Im passionite about the environment and architecture, so maybe I’ll put them together.
Briggs Davis ’13
Cost Estimator
Mac Stormont ’13
Logisitics & Construction Scheduling
Economics
I don’t really know what I’m doing.
Masha Lafen ’15
Procurement & Landscaping
Geography, Biology, Russian
I love learning about plants. But most of all I’m excited to be part of a project that harnesses so many skillsets, outlooks, and backgrounds to create a concrete, innovative solution.
Darren Chen
Electrical & Construction
Mathematics
I love math and science, and I am also extremely interested in the renewable energy movement. So when I found out about SD, I knew I had to join.
Henry Miles ’15.5
Media & Construction
New to Solar D. I am the video guy and will be involved in constructing and the documentation process of the project.
Jeff Colt ’13.5
Logistics
Jake Lessing ’16
Construction
Peter Mattson ’14
Construction
Abby Karp ’14
Construction
Dustin Weigl ’13
Electrical
Kent Ratliff ’16
Health & Safety
Dan Ladd ’14
Finance Coordinator
Laura Romig ’12.5
Finance & Fundraising Coordinator
Environmental Studies, Economics
As a last semester senior and environmental science major, I knew I had to get involved with the project. Solar Decathlon combines so many of my interests and allows me to apply what I have learned in the classroom to a real-world problem.
Jake Eisenberg ’15
Materials Coordinator
Environmental Studies, Geography
InSite has given me the oppurtunity to see the world of green building and deepen my understanding of innovative sustainble design.I enjoy long walks on the beach.
Kayla Bien ’13
Materials Coordinator
Environmental Studies, Architectural Studies
I’m keen about environmental studies and design, so Solar Decathlon is a fitting way to explore all that I’m interested in! I aspire to become an architect of green schools.
Cat Hunt ’15
Procurement
Bjorn Peterson ’15.5
Lighting/Electrical
Architectural Studies
Hey, I’m a Sophmore Feb here at Midd. In addition to everything architectural, I love graphic design, marketing, branding, and working for my two start-ups. I’m also an avid jazz musician and recording engineer. My favorite spice is cardamom.
Felix Wang ’16
Engineering
I love this idea of building our own house which does not use electricity from the grid. We can add any feature we want to make the Insite intelligent!
Darren Chen
Electrical & Construction
Mathematics
I love math and science, and I am also extremely interested in the renewable energy movement. So when I found out about SD, I knew I had to join.
Shrif Nada ’16
Mechanical Designer
Joseph Mutter ’15
MEP Coordinator
Architectural Studies
The environment is an aspect of life that I want to help preserve for future generations to enjoy. I want to share my experiences of learning many new useful building techniques and have fun doing so.
Patrick Li ’14
MEP Coordinator
Environmental Studies and Architectural Studies
I have worked on MEP, design, and materials research. I joined SD to get some practical hands-on experience, and it’s been awesome so far!
Adela Habib ’15
Electrical