Meet the Committee

Our Society

The Melbourne University Environmental Engineers’ Society was established in 2015 as an UMSU affiliated society. MUEES represents the interests of those studying or planning to study Environmental Engineering here at The University of Melbourne. We hope to connect current students with other students, academics, and professionals in the industry. We do this through hosting events such as networking nights, games night, and study sessions.

Our Aim

  1. To provide grounds for graduate students studying environmental engineering to meet like-minded people in a social environment.
  2. To provide a network base for younger undergraduate students who are considering the course to gain an insight.
  3. To allow all students to interact with industry representatives.
  4. To promote principles of sustainability through participating in community programs in affiliation with not-for-profit organisations.
  5. To provide additional academic assistance to new students in the course.

About Us

The MUEES committee is made up of a passionate group of students who want to support future environmental engineers! We are either interested in or pursuing a degree in the environmental engineering field and are keen to support others doing the same. We are made up of both undergraduate and masters students who are happy to help at any point in your studies. 

President – Navindu De Silva

Hello! I am Nav, and I am in my penultimate year of the Master of Environmental Engineering. This is my second year with MUEES, and I am excited to lead the society during and after a series of lockdowns. It has certainly been a challenging time for all of us, and my committee and I aim to do our best to create a community of close-knit environmental engineering students at Unimelb. We hope to strengthen our connections with academia and industry, while also ensuring that the social lives of our student community is well looked after. Personally, I am passionate about solving the complex issues within environmental contamination, especially those due to emerging contaminants. Outside of study and work, I enjoy travelling and hope to travel and work in different parts of the world.

Vice President – Ema Hagihara

Hi I’m Ema, a 2nd year Master of Environmental Engineering student. I look forward to serving MUEES for a second year in 2022. I hope to bridge our members with industry professionals and academics in the broad field of environmental engineering. Personally, my interests include sustainable buildings and WSUD. Aside from uni, my hobbies include discovering new foods, dancing and travelling!

Secretary – Zoe Chin

Hi, I’m Zoe and I’m a recent Bachelor of Science graduate, incoming Master of Environmental Engineering student and a big fan of animals and nature. I joined MUEES in 2020 and I’m continuing on as secretary in 2022. I’m excited to continue helping grow our budding club and bringing together the environmental engineering community!

Treasurer – Laura Solly

Hello, my name is Laura and  I am a final-year Master of Engineering (Environmental) student. I have always been passionate about helping the environment because I love animals and being in nature. I’m looking forward to being a part of MUEES for a second year and bringing people with similar interests together.

Education Officer – Dominic Regan-Beasley

Hi I’m Dom, a final-year Master of Engineering student. After moving from interstate Melbourne has been my home for the last five years. I am intrigued by river systems, hydraulics and beer making. This year I’ll be MUEES Education Officer, where I h ope to increase students and staff engagement. Please feel free to reach out if you have any academic-related questions or suggestions for future course development.

Events Director – Eloise Cater

Hi, I’m Eloise and my role in MUEES is Events Director. I’m in my final year of my master’s degree in Environmental Engineering and am passionate about creating a greener world! I enjoy bringing people together through social events and sharing my love for the environment.

Industry Representative – Nyree Campion

I’m a final year Master of Engineering student with a passion for the environment and sustainability. I have taken the role of Industry Representative for MUEES this year, and hope to bring on board a wide variety of sponsors, giving our community access to different aspects of the environmental engineering industry.

Events Officer – Hamish McKenzie

I have just completed my Bachelor of Science (Environmental Engineering) and hope to begin a Master’s in Environmental Engineering in 2022. In my time at MUEES I look forward to helping foster a fun community that is engaged in environmental and engineering issues, and to facilitating connections between like-minded people.

Undergraduate Representative – Edward Antony

Hello! I am an international student from Jakarta, Indonesia completing my final year of Bachelor of Science majoring in Environmental Engineering Systems. I am intrigued in water and sustainable energy processes that help shape the urban community! Hoping to see more undergraduates at our events soon!

Postgraduate Representative – Gabrielle Burns

Hi! I’m Gabbie, a second year Masters of Environmental Engineering student. I grew up in regional Victoria, and I am super passionate about the environment and making our urban cities green and sustainable. This is my first year with MUEES, and I can’t wait to join in on all our (in person!) events, and meet all you post-grad students!

Marketing and Communications Officer – Jean Luan Yong

Hello! I am Jean and I am a second year Masters of Environmental Engineering student. I am keen to spread more awareness about what Environmental Engineering does and expand our community. I look forward to engaging and inspiring with more like-minded students out there through MUEES to work on amazing things.

Marketing and Communications Officer – Jacqueline Phelps

Hi, I’m Jacqui and I am in my second year of the of the Masters of Environmental Engineering Program. I am passionate about understanding water and the environment, and how we can all protect it. I look forward to sharing all the exciting activities at  MUEES, with our members and the wider University, as a communications officer.

Melbourne University Environmental Engineers’ Society acknowledges
the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia.
We pay our respects to Elders both past and present.