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UC Berkeley Epsilon Eta

Professional Environmental Service Fraternity

Spring 2026 Recruitment

Our Mission

Grounded in the principles of environmental justice, Epsilon Eta is a gender-inclusive environmental service organization founded in 2017. We offer a community for undergraduate students interested in incorporating environmentalism into their careers and everyday lives. Our goal is to acknowledge the intersectionality of the climate crisis and use our collective skills to serve UC Berkeley, Bay Area communities, and sites of ongoing environmental concern.

Infosessions

We have infosessions on Tuesday, 1/27, and Thursday, 1/29! Come learn more about Ep Eta and ask members any questions you may have.

We're Recruiting!

Recruitment Events

Join us next week for a series of recruitment events. We have events from Monday (2/2) - Thursday (2/5) to get to know you better!

Coffee Chats

We ask that all interested applicants complete 2-3 coffee chats by Thursday, 2/5. Sign up for coffee chats on our members page.

Application

To be considered, you must complete a written application by 11:59 PM on Wednesday, 2/4. If you have any issues, please contact us.

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🌸 Elissa Mei 🌸

Elissa is graduating with a double major in Environmental Econ & Policy, and Sociology!

“hello!! my name is elissa and i’m from salinas, california. i love journaling and making tea, photography, and being in nature with community, which ep eta has blessed me with for the last four years. i have been participating in and leading research projects here at cal since my freshman year, and the through line of each project has been centering community needs and EJ. some words of advice - do everything that calls to you, even if you’re scared. those are the spaces that you’ll learn and grow the most, and soon enough it won’t feel so scary anymore :)”

Her favorite memory from Ep Eta was this last falls retreat at Caroline’s Cabin:

💗 “seeing that beautiful colorful view with everyone. it was so cold and frosty, but i felt so much warmth being alongside you all :)” 💗

Message from Elissa: “i luv you aaaalll long live ep eta!!“

EP ETA LOVES YOU ELISSA AND GOOD LUCK POST GRAD <3 🐬🐚

This is not a goodbye… but a see you later! You will always be apart of Ep Eta, we love you seniors and congratulations!! 🥂🥳

Ep Eta is so happy to introduce our new Kappa class! 🐛

Recap from this last weekends service trip with Friends of Berkeley Tuolumne Camp!! ☀️💛 We had so much fun!! 🌱

#ucberkeley #berkeley #epeta #epsiloneta

Come support Ep Eta and treat yourself to a drink (or two) from Eight Grams Matcha this Friday, March 13th ALL DAY!! 🍵💗 Be sure to input our code EpEta into Snackpass or into the kiosk! 🙈

MEET OUR OFFICERS ⭐️👯‍♀️ We hope you all have been enjoying rush and meeting all of our members, hope to see your applications for Ep Eta due TODAY @ 12 PM‼️

Ep Eta is recruiting‼️‼️ APPS DUE THURSDAY, 2/05

THURSDAY’S EVENT HAS BEEN MOVED TO THE GLADE, same time!

We are so excited to meet all of you!! Pull up to our infosessions for more information about our organization! Please reach out to us with any questions or concerns 💚💚

EPSILON ETA IS RECRUITING FOR SPRING 2026 🙌🌎stay updated on our IG for more info about our infosessions and rush ;)

epsilon eta spent this sunday in the city volunteering with @poder.sf at their amazing hummingbird farm! so much fun! 💐🌱🌟

MEET OUR BANDS AND SPONSORS! 🎸🎶

Come enjoy a night a night filled with vibrant music and delicious food/drinks this Friday, 11/14 from 7-10:30 @ 2205 Blake St. 💃🎉 Sproutsidelands would not be possible without our awesome bands and sponsors, check out their handles and show them some love! See you all soon 🥂

California Coastal Cleanup Day 🌊 ☀️ Ep Eta helped out at Muir Beach this Saturday, where volunteers collected 102lbs of trash and visited the Bay Model!

Schools back in full swing but we can’t stop thinking about our amazinggggg summer!! Eppies were doing it all this summer-studying abroad, interning abroad, working in labs, in nature and spending time with family and friends! Swipe to see what everyone got up to! ☀️

As we close out the first week of a new school year, we can’t help but think of our amazing graduates! We are so proud of the class of 2025—not only because of their time spent with us in Ep Eta, but the amazing work they have done, and will continue to do to change the world for the better. We can’t wait to see your growth and impact continue. 🌎🌟♥️

Love Always,
Ep Eta

Our last senior spotlight of 2025 goes to the incredible Nishita!! 🌊🌲🪵🪻⭐️

Nishita graduated with a major in Ecosystem Management and forestry, and a minor in Data Science. She joined Ep Eta the spring of her freshman year and says that Ep Eta has “Given me a community I can always count on and friends I can turn to in the best and worst of times.”

When she wasn’t busy being the President of EP Eta, she was working hard at SERC and was performing on a Latin Ballroom team.

Post grad, Nishita is looking forward to reading lots of books that she hasn’t gotten around to, snorkeling and spending time in the sun!

Wise words from our dearest Nishita, “Take some time out of your day to take a walk and enjoy the sun ❤️”

We are so incredibly proud of you Nishita! We can’t wait to see what’s all to come for you!!—EP Eta🌎🪸💫🐚🌱♥️

Next is the one and only Kat!!! 🌲🔥💫🦋 
Kat graduated with an EECS major. Kat joined Ep Eta in Spring of 2022 after volunteering at a service event and says that Ep Eta gave her, “a community of passionate environmentalists like no other.”

While at Berkeley, Kat participated in CHAOS, Cal Climbing club, and participated in RX burning with the CCPBA.

When Kat’s not advocating for prescribed burns, you can find her climbing, hiking, or making art!

We are so proud of you Kat, and can’t wait to see what you’ll do next!!-EP ETA 🪵🪻🧗‍♀️🌱

Next is our lovely Charlotte! 🌊🌱🦈🌎

Charlotte graduated with a major in Conservation and Resource Studies, and a minor in Marine Sciences. She joined Ep Eta in the Spring of her sophomore year and says, “Ep Eta has provided me with a community of incredibly kind and creative people that care deeply about environmental justice and the intersectional perspectives needed to address climate solutions. It has allowed me to explore some of the best nature NorCal’s has to offer and spend time outdoors with the coolest people ever.”

While at Berkeley Charlotte has Facilitated Integrative Medicine Workshops, worked in the Martin Pupfish Lab, participated Mo’orea Island Sustainability Program, Volunteered at the Botanical Garden, and worked on AANHPI Health Equity Research!

As for the future, Charlotte is looking forward to long-term travel, having more time to read by the beach, and working in San Diego!

We are so proud of you Charlotte, can’t wait to see what’s all to come!—EP Eta 🦋🪻♥️

Next is the incredible LENSAA!!! 🌱🌉🍵🌸🌊

Lensaa graduated with a major in environmental sciences and a minor in city planning. Lensaa joined Ep Eta in the Spring of 2024, and says that, “Ep Eta has introduced me to so many fun and amazing people within the eco community at cal. And given me an opportunity to participate in service events and give back to the community!”

While at Berkeley, Lensaa was a part of SERC, BUSSA (Berkeley urban studies student association), and did research with research with SPUR. After graduation, Lensaa will be attending UCLA for a Masters in Urban Planning with a concentration in transportation planning.

Food for thought from our dearest Lensaa, “It was never that serious!!!”

We are so proud of you Lenssaa, congratulations!!! - EP ETA 💗🪻🦋🪐☀️

Next up we have our amazing…SAMIE!! ⭐️💗🌲🤸‍♂️

Samie is graduating with a degree in Environmental sciences, and a minor in data science!! Samie joined Ep Eta her freshman year and says that Ep Eta has, “brought me some of my closest friends and fondest memories. Being able to go out to different parts of the bay and learning about cool environmental orgs has been so fun!”

While at Berkeley, Samie has been involved in the Environmental Health Alliance, been an RA for the Global Environmental themed housing program, and participated in the Dorris Duke conservation studies program.

Post Grad, Samie is looking forward to spending time with her family and going to the beach! You’ll be able to find her running, reading, cooking and eating oranges outside in the sun!

We love you so much Samie, can’t wait to see all that’s to come for you!!-EP ETA 🦋🧘‍♀️🌎🌱

Next is our wonderful ETHAN!!! 🌲💗🌎💫

Ethan is graduating with a dou major in Environmental Economics & Policy and a minor in Conservation & Resource Studies. Ethan joined Ep Eta his junior year and says, “EpEta has really given me the platform to make a difference in my local community where I can through some amazing service events! I’ve also gained an amazing group of environmentalist and like-minded friends that I am so grateful for!”

After graduating, Ethan is looking forward to starting his graduate program at the University of Connecticut, where he will be pursuing an MS in Energy & Environmental Management, specializing in Sustainable Environmental Management & Planning at the College of Agriculture, Health, & Natural Resources! (But he’ll still be in the Bay!!!)

During his time at Berkeley, he is so proud of everything he was able to accomplish in just 4 short semesters including: adding a minor, an honors thesis, URAP, internships, and more!

Wise words from Ethan, “Enjoy your time at Berkeley and get the most out of the University that you can! There are so many amazing opportunities here if you know where to look :)”

WE LOVE YOU ETHAN!!! SO PROUD OF YOU—EP ETA 🌊🌷🤸‍♀️🪼🤸‍♀️

Next is our dearest JACKIE!!!! ⭐️🌱🦋🪲

Jackie is graduating with a double major in Society and environment and Urban Studies. Jackie joined Ep Eta spring of 2022 and says that being a part of EP Eta led them to, “Meet my support system, close friends, and current housemates!”

When Jackie is not People watching, cafe hopping, digicam pics, sitting at dolores park, or skating to berkeley bowl for ebt sushi, they’re working on a FAST project or an EJ campaign for the ASUC, or doing something with @scecberkeley or @berkeleybside !

Wise Words from Jackie—“Berkeley is a vicious bubble, get out of it as much as you can. Stay present and say yes to everything (if you can). Life is never promised tomorrow so you gotta make the most of it while you can!”

We Love you Jackie!! SO SO Proud of you—EP ETA 🌲⚡️🐚🪐

Next is our lovely ALLISON!!! 🌱💗⭐️🐚

Allison is graduating with a major in Environmental Economics and policy, and a minor in food systems! Allison joined Ep Eta her sophomore year and says, “Ep Eta has given me community and lifelong friends. Opened doors to new hobbies and passions that I was not aware of before.”

Some of Allison’s favorite EP Eta memories include Ep Etas take over boiler room at POC house, meeting up with Ep Etas in Colombia, dancing with friends at prom and laughing at everyone’s plate awards!

After Grad, She is looking forward to working in the farm and food systems space to help my community and meet cool people!

Allison’s food for thought, “Do what makes you happy, fake it till you make it, everything is connected back to the earth!”

WE LOVE YOU ALLISON!!! SO PROUD OF YOU-EP ETA 🌲⚡️🌻🌊💗

Next up for Senior spotlight is…..RAINE!!!!!!☀️🌱🪐⭐️

Raine is graduating with a degree in Molecular Environmental biology, and a minor in Geospatial Information Science and technology. Raine joined Ep Eta his freshman year, and says, “Ep Eta tapped me into a beautiful community of people that inspire me to be great! Genuinely so many silly times and enough laughter to last a lifetime, i giggle just thinking about some people. There’s so many fun and random opportunities in Ep Eta to do anything you can ever imagine bc someone is always downnnnnn.”

Participating in his first ever GAC, service events when we are all on our wit’s end, retreats, all the time spent singing in jaguar, and helping plan Sproutsidelands are some of his favorite Ep Eta memories.

Outside of Ep Eta, Raine has also been involved in @calameba , @scecberkeley , the bsc, several research labs, and yedi!

After graduation, Raine is looking forward to employment, the beach, SoCal food, traveling, and getting into some more hobbies! 🌊🌯☀️

Wise words from our favorite Raine: “YOLO”

Raine also reccomends that you all try the LaBurrita Carne asada California burrito, and also the Moku Hawaiian BBQ with Thai Curry Sauce!!

SO PROUD OF YOU RAINE, CAN’T WAIT TO SEE WHAT YOU DO NEXT!-EP ETA ⛰️⭐️💗

Our first Senior Spotlight of 2025….MAYA SCANLON!!! 🌱🌊💗

Maya is an Ecosystem and Forestry management major! She joined Ep Eta her freshman year, and says that, “Ep Eta provided me a group of welcoming and inspiring individuals that continue to inspire me every day! It’s provided so much support and guidance throughout my undergraduate degree and I am so happy that I have been a part of it for the past 4 years.”

Studying abroad with some fellow Eppies in Moorea was a highlight of college and some of her favorite memories in Ep Eta have been volunteering at Green Valley Mill and Farm!

On campus, Maya is also involved in @calforestryclub , @scecberkeley , and Stephanie Carlson’s Evolutionary Ecology and Conservation of Freshwater Fishes Lab!

Next, Maya will be moving to Santa Barbara to attend graduate school at UCSB, pursuing a Masters of Environmental Science and Management, specializing in coastal resource management and conservation planning at the Bren School for Environmental Science and Management.

Guiding principles from our dearest Maya, “Peace, love, unity, and respect!”

WE LOVE YOU MAYA!!! SO PROUD OF YOU!!!—Ep Eta 🤸‍♀️🌊🌱🐠💗

Happy Earth week from us! In honor of the week here are some of our eppie’s favorite photos enjoying our beautiful planet! We hope you take time this week not just to be outside, but to participate in Environmental justice work in your community. Check out the link below to see what’s going on this week in the bay! https://www.sfclimateweek.org/events/environmental-justice-and-equity

we’re just over here reflecting on our service trip with @sercberkeley in Yosemite! Over the weekend, we helped with trail building and maintenance, got Camp Tuolumne ready for opening, and learned about indigenous stewardship of the land. Thank you to Serc NEWT and fobtc for helping to make this happen!

we’re halfway through spring semester!!! which means…we’ve welcomed an amazing new class of eppies, we’re doing service in the sun, and spending time exploring all the cool places in our backyard! We can’t wait for all that’s to come ☀️🌱

It’s that time again….EP ETA RECRUITMENT!! We cannot wait to meet you all in the coming weeks! Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions for us. See you next week 🌲♥️

We’re recruiting! Come to our upcoming info sessions this week, Tuesday 1/28 and Thursday 1/30, to learn more about Epsilon Eta & all about our recruitment events starting 2/3🌝🌱

We hope to see you all there :))

Infosession #1: This Tuesday - Dwinelle 219 [7pm-8pm]
Infosession #2: This Thursday - Zoom [7pm-8pm]

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