Contact Us
218 Highsmith University Union, CPO 1200
One University Heights
Asheville, NC 28804
Office: 828.232.5143
Fax: 828.251.6759
sec@unca.edu
Co-Director
Olivia Williams – she/her | owillia1@unca.edu
I joined the SEC because I really love plants and nature, and I am passionate about environmental conservation. I was previously a Gardener at the SEC for about 1.5 years, and I am very excited to now be a Co-Director. I’m looking forward to a great semester!
Co-Director
Cole Bruner – they/them | cbruner@unca.edu
I joined the SEC because I find myself deeply influenced by environmental issues with sustainability, justice, and preservation. I also just wanted to be outside and see cool plants and critters. I started as a gardener in the fall of 2023, and currently am Co-director. I found that the SEC is a great organization for getting more students involved in environmental matters, or just getting to touch grass. All in all I’ve enjoyed my time hear, and hope to help other students understand the importance and depth of environmental matters on a larger scale.
Project Coordinator
Isabella Bascom- she/her | Ibascom@unca.edu
I’ve worked as an Eco-rep for a couple semesters and think the SEC is a good opportunity to get involved in the sustainability scene on campus and promote the awesome resources we have! Now I really love to host the free store pop-ups and learn more each day about being mindful within our environment.
Eco-Rep
Sophie Collins – she/her | scollin2@unca.edu
I joined the SEC to help promote sustainability on UNCA’s campus! I’m passionate about protecting nature and educating people about ways to do so. I hope to make a positive impact on campus during my time at UNCA!
Garden Manager
Camryn (Cam) Turner – she/her | cturner7@unca.edu
Joining the SEC has allowed me to apply my passion for learning about the environment, gain hands-on experience in sustainable gardening, and collaborate with others to make a positive impact on campus. I enjoy plants and nature and my favorite part about working in the gardens is learning new things and experimenting!
Gardener
Cassidy Walker – she/her | awalker9@unca.edu
I was in a class here at UNCA that went into one of the gardens to volunteer at a workday. That was when I first learned about our campus gardens. I saw a job opening for the current semester, I was very interested due to my love of the outdoors. I love being active and in nature, and gardening is a wonderful outlet for that.
Gardener
Addison Green – she/her | agreen10@unca.edu
I am wanting to learn new methods of gardening, expand my knowledge of the natural world, and gain more knowledge about different plants and methods of planting.
Gardener
Robert Watkins – he/they | rwatkins@unca.edu
I love working outside and with plants, and the SEC seemed like a great opportunity to do what I love while helping to make campus a little nicer.
Gardener
Noah Ortiz – he/him | sortiz2@unca.edu
I became an SEC gardener to get hands-on involvement with campus green spaces, promote sustainable community gardens, and learn more about planting and harvesting in Asheville.
Gardener
Ella Moore – she/her | emoore7@unca.edu
I joined the SEC because I wanted to get involved on campus and leave a positive impact on my surrounding environment here in Asheville. I really enjoy being outdoors and want to incorporate my previous knowledge and experience in gardening and sustainability toward the campus gardens!