People
Center Management
Who we are & what we do
Dr. Osvaldo Sala, the founding director of the GDC, has dedicated his vision and expertise to drylands, guiding the GDC into international, interdisciplinary connections that support the center’s vision. Em Gonzalez, the program coordinator, seeks to support these successes via logistic support. Our commitment to fostering environmental stewardship and advancing the ASU Charter is the primary goal; all while profoundly impacting the community and the natural world.
Global Drylands Committee
What it means to be a committee member of the GDC
Defining Goals: They help establish and clarify the objectives and goals of the Global Drylands Center (GDC).
Making Final Decisions: They are involved in making the ultimate decisions regarding the strategic direction and priorities of the GDC.
Assisting the Committee Chair: They support the Committee Chair in their duties and responsibilities.
Overseeing Subcommittees: They may also oversee and provide support to specific subcommittee chairs, as assigned to them.
Becky Ball
Professor
School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences
- [email protected]
- 602/543-2010
- Arizona State University West Campus School of Mathematical & Natural Sciences 4701 W Thunderbird Rd
Scott Collins
Professor, Joint Appointment, University of New Mexico
School of Life Sciences
Ferran Garcia-Pichel
Interim Dean, Center Director and Regents’ Professor
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
- [email protected]
- 480/727-7534
- BDI B330A
Heather Throop
Professor
School Of Earth and Space Exploration
- [email protected]
- 480/727-2617
- 777 East University Drive
Enrique Vivoni
Professor
School of Sustainable Engineering and the Built Environment
- [email protected]
- WCPH Room 418 777 E. University Dr. Building 79
Jianguo Wu
Professor
School of Life Sciences
- [email protected]
- 602/543-6240
- LSE 705, School of Life Sciences Mail Code: 4501 ASU
Global Drylands Affiliates
What it means to be an affiliate of the GDC
An affiliate is a faculty member whose specialties are invited to be utilized in a role within the GDC.
Joni Adamson
President’s Professor
English
- [email protected]
- Walton Center for Planetary Health #445 777 E University PO Box 872404
Rimjhim Aggarwal
Professor
School of Sustainability
- [email protected]
- 480/965-6680
- Walton Center for Planetary Health (WCPH) Room # 492B Arizona State University
Robert Balling
Professor
School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning
- [email protected]
- 480/965-7533
- Coor 5564
Heather Bateman
Professor
CISA – School of Applied Sciences and Arts
- [email protected]
- 480/727-1131
- Arizona State University, Polytechnic campus 6073 S. Backus Mall Wanner Hall 301B
Stephen Bullock
Senior Researcher
Ensenada Center for Scientific Research and Higher Education
Dale DeNardo
Program Director and Professor
School of Life Sciences
- [email protected]
- 480/965-3325
- ISTB1 room 122 550 E. Orange St. Arizona State University
Uttaran Dutta
Associate Professor
Hugh Downs School Of Human Communication
- [email protected]
- STAUF A464
Sabine Feisst
Professor
School of Music, Dance and Theatre
- [email protected]
- 480/965-3114
- MUS E517
Nancy Grimm
Regents’ Professor
School of Life Sciences
- [email protected]
- 480/965-4735
- WCPH 448
Hilairy Hartnett
Professor
School Of Earth and Space Exploration
- [email protected]
- 480/965-5593
- ISTB4 765 ISTB4
Arjun Heimsath
Professor
School Of Earth and Space Exploration
- [email protected]
- 480/965-5585
- ISTB4 rm. 795 781 E Tyler Mall
Adriene Jenik
Professor
School of Art
- [email protected]
- Herberger Institute for Design & the Arts School of Art PO BOX 871505
Emilia Martins
Professor
School of Life Sciences
- [email protected]
- 480/965-0864
- School of Life Sciences 372 Life Sciences Building A Arizona State University
Yuval Mazor
Associate Professor
School of Molecular Sciences
- [email protected]
- Biodesign A230B 1001 S. McAllister Ave.
Rodrigo Mendez-Alonzo
Senior Researcher
Ensenada Center for Scientific Research and Higher Education
Eduardo Pagan
Associate Dean and Professor
Barrett Honors College – West
- [email protected]
- 602/543-6081
- School of Humanities, Arts, and Cultural Studies New College 4701 W Thunderbird Road
Martin J. (“Mike”) Pasqualetti
Professor
School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning
- [email protected]
- 480/965-7533
- Lattie Coor Hall Office 5588 5th floor
Hava Samuelson
Center Director and Regents’ Professor
Jewish Studies
- [email protected]
- COOR 4466
Steven Semken
Professor
School Of Earth and Space Exploration
- [email protected]
- 480/965-7965
- Bateman Physical Sciences F-Wing 550 E Tyler Mall, Room F528 Tempe Campus
Fabio Suzart de Albuquerque
Associate Professor
CISA – School of Applied Sciences and Arts
Laura Yahdjian
Researcher
Instituto de Investigaciones Fisiológicas y Ecológicas Vinculadas a la Agricultura
Global Drylands Associates
What it means to be an associate of the GDC
An associate is often involved in a more interactive or collaborative role with the center. They might participate in events, provide expertise, or engage in projects and initiatives. Associates might also provide support such as equipment, services, or materials.
Associates
- Blessing Mcanlis-Vasquez
- Christine Kovach
- Con Englehorn
- Dan Gruber
- David Smith
- Diana Yazzie Devine
- Diane Enos
- Diana Smith
- Diane Veres
- Janie Ellis Jones
- Joan Fudala
- John Graham
- John E. Sather
- Joy Englehorn
- Juanita Armstrong Ullberg
- Justin Owen
- Lattie Coor
- Linda Milhaven
- Linda Wegener
- Lori Singleton
- Mark Siegwarth
- Melinda Gulick
- Nicole Hill
- Patrick Graham
- Rachel Sacco
- Randy Schilling
- Richard Bourke
- Richard Bowers
- RJ Cardin
- Sam Campana
- Sonia Perillo
- Steve Wegener
- Thomas Largo Sr.
- Vashti Supplee
Associates
- Blessing Mcanlis-Vasquez
- Christine Kovach
- Con Englehorn
- Dan Gruber
- David Smith
- Diana Yazzie Devine
- Diane Enos
- Diana Smith
- Diane Veres
- Janie Ellis Jones
- Joan Fudala
- John Graham
- John E. Sather
- Joy Englehorn
- Juanita Armstrong Ullberg
- Justin Owen
- Lattie Coor
- Linda Milhaven
- Linda Wegener
- Lori Singleton
- Mark Siegwarth
- Melinda Gulick
- Nicole Hill
- Patrick Graham
- Rachel Sacco
- Randy Schilling
- Richard Bourke
- Richard Bowers
- RJ Cardin
- Sam Campana
- Sonia Perillo
- Steve Wegener
- Thomas Largo Sr.
- Vashti Supplee
Become a GDC Associate
Become a GDC Associate to support research, education & outreach efforts towards drylands sustainability! There are no obligations, and you can make a significant impact for the betterment of our community.
We envision a future when GDC, and its affiliates, are conducting research & education throughout the region, and when its work guides and influences plans for sustainable living in the Sonoran Desert.
We will only send information electronically or in print related to GDC activities. We do not share any information.