Lisa August-Schmidt

Lisa August-Schmidt is a strategic researcher at the International Union, UAW, since January 2018, where responsibilities include serving as the Lead Data Organizer for UAW Locals 2865 and 5810, and as a Field Organizer at UC Santa Barbara. Key contributions involve building solidarity among graduate students on issues such as affordable housing and workplace safety, as well as coordinating union activities. Lisa held the position of Sergeant at Arms on the Local UAW 2865 Executive Board and has a PhD in Ecology from UC Santa Barbara, with focus on nitrogen-fixing plants in ecological restoration. Additional roles include lecturer and graduate student representative, legislative liaison for the UCSB Graduate Student Association, and various research and volunteer positions in plant ecology and conservation. Educational background includes a BA in Linguistics and Celtic Studies from UC Berkeley, and a Certificate in Landscape Horticulture from Merritt College.