Name: Andrea Richards

In what University/College are you currently enrolled, or if an Americorps Volunteer, where are you working/volunteering?: Portland State University

Tell us about your major or current career path: Currently pursuing a graduate certificate in sustainability and working for Community Environmental Services at PSU as support staff.

Are there any particular segments of the recycling/materials management industry that you would like to work in? Reducing consumption, reusing materials; Analyzing/reporting current practices, engaging in programs to implement change; 
Most importantly I want to be working to improve the state of our environment.

Are there any particular AOR members that you would like to meet? Is David Allaway a member? I've heard him speak in a few classes and really like his work.

What motivates you to recycle and live sustainably? Giving back to our earth that gives us what we need to live.

If you were an animal, which one would you be and why? I'd be a monkey because I'm practical and entertaining at the same time.

How did you learn about AOR? Through the Master Recycler Program.

WELCOME TO AOR, ANDREA!