CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND EDUCATION (CERE)
Our Mission: Our mission is to educate the public about science and about Earth's natural wonders. We aspire to achieve human integrity, health, sustainability, and prosperity. The wise use of science and environmental education translates into a culture of rational use of our resources, providing us with long-term welfare and security.
Our Current Team:
Lawrence Lopez, PhD
Dr. Lopez is Director of CERE. His passion is to inform and educate the public about science and about Earth's natural resources, and how environmental knowledge and culture makes people live fulfilling lives. Lawrence has a Bachelor and a Master degree in Biology and a PhD in Education Leadership.
Sandra Colombo, BA
Mrs. Colombo is Co-Director at CERE. Her passion is to educate and help children understand nature and science. Sandra has a Bachelor's in Anthropology with a concentration in Environmental Sustainability, and has an AA in Early Childhood Development and Management.