
People
Center management
Who we are and what we do
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.

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
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.





Senior Researcher
Ensenada Center for Scientific Research and Higher Education





Associate Director
Montana Forest and Conservation Experiment Station












Senior Researcher
Ensenada Center for Scientific Research and Higher Education




Martin J. (Mike) Pasqualetti
Professor
School of Geographical Sciences and Urban Planning










Fabio Suzart de Albuquerque
Associate Professor
CISA – School of Applied Sciences and Arts



Ecology, Hydrology, and Rangelands



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 and 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 and 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.