On behalf of The Grapevine and The Program in Nutrition, we would like to extend a warm welcome to…
Amaka Anekue Originally from Philadelphia, PA, Amaka received her BA in Biological Basis of Behavior from UPENN in Philadelphia. She’s currently following the Nutrition Education path and hopes to specialize in corporate wellness programs, children and family nutrition, and clinical nutrition. ava2114[at]tc.columbia.edu
Lindsey Branca Currently enrolled in the Applied Physiology and Nutrition program at TC, Lindsey, originally from New York, NY, earned her undergraduate degree in graphic design from Boston College and her MBA from Columbia. She hopes to work in sports consulting. lab2178[at]tc.columbia.edu
Margaret Cromwell received her BA in History from Colgate University. Originally from Boston, MA, argaret is currently enrolled in the Nutrition Education program at TC and hopes to work with kids with physical and mental disabilities with a focus on their nutrition needs, in a school setting. mcc2196[at]tc.columbia.edu
Caryn Donohue grew up in New York, NY, and attended Lafayette College where she earned her BS in Psychology. She’s currently enrolled in the Nutrition Education program at TC and hopes to work in the fields of prenatal and maternal nutrition, PR consulting, advertising, marketing, or nutrition writing. ced2162[at]tc.columbia.edu
Leisan Echols received her BS in Biology with a minor in Spanish from Clark Atlanta University. She’s originally from Columbus, OH, and is currently enrolled in the Applied Physiology and Nutrition program here at TC. She has a strong interest in sports nutrition, is a certified personal trainer, and volunteers at Harlem United in the evening where she works in their nutrition program. lre2110[at]tc.columbia.edu
Ilana Heching, from New York, NY, Ilana is currently enrolled in the Nutrition and Public Health program here at TC. She received her undergraduate degree in Nutrition from Queens College, CUNY, in Flushing, NY, and hopes to work within the government to change laws and health policy. iyh2102[at]tc.columbia.edu
Erin Hinga studied and received her undergraduate degree in Psychology and Exercise Health at University of California at Santa Barbara. Originally from La Selva Beach, CA, she is currently enrolled in the Applied Physiology and Nutrition program here at T.C. ekhinga[at]gmail.com
Talia Kasher Currently enrolled in the Nutrition Education program here at TC, Talia received her undergraduate degree in Psychology at Colgate University. Originally from New York, NY, Talia whopes to specialize in Community Nutrition. tck2119[at]tc.columbia.edu
Greta Kollmann Originally from Eastchester, NY, Greta received a BA in Studio Arts with a concentration in Graphic Design and a Certificate in Art and Advertising Design from Marist College in Poughkeepsie, NY. Greta is interested in doing individual consulting and hopes to have her own private practice as an R.D. She’s also interested in sustainability and how the environment impacts health. She’s currently enrolled in the Applied Physiology and Nutrition program here at TC. greta.kollmann[at]gmail.com
Tracy Kunand attended the University of Southern California where she received her undergraduate degree in Communications. She’s originally from Los Angeles, CA, and is currently enrolled in the Nutrition Education program here at TC. She intends to become a Registered Dietitian and hopes to work with schools to improve their nutrition programs. tracey.kunand[at]gmail.com
Ana Leibovici received her BS in Psychology and a concentration in Economics, from University of Toronto, Canada. Originally from Buenos Aires, Argentina, Ana is enrolled in the Nutrition Education department. She hopes to work with the food industry in nutrition marketing as well as in counseling. ail2113[at]tc.columbia.edu
Amy Lin Currently enrolled in the Nutrition and Public Health program, Amy received her BS in Biological Sciences from Cornell University. Originally from New York, NY, Amy hopes to work in school and community settings to promote health and nutrition awareness in high-need areas. She also hopes to have her own counseling practice. aml2223[at]tc.columbia.edu
Eugenia In Kio, Mac Comes to TC from Macao, China. She previously attended UC Davis where she earned her BS in Clinical Nutrition. She is currently enrolled in the Nutrition Education program here at TC, and intends to become a Registered Deititian working in a community setting. ikm2104[at]tc.columbia.edu
Vasnessa Ione Machen received her BS in Zoology and BS in Conservation Biology with a concentration in Environmental Studies from University of Wisconsin, Madison. Originally from Berkeley, CA, she is currently enrolled in the Nutrition Education program at TC and is interested in working with farm to school programs and school gardens. vanessa.machen[at]tc.columbia.edu
Lauren Maddahi Originally from Los Angeles, CA, Lauren received her BA in European Studies from UCLA. She is currently enrolled in the Nutrition Education program at TC and has future interests in menu planning for school districts, K-12 food, cooking, and nutrition education, and private and family counseling. She is also a certified chef. laurenmadd[at]gmail.com
Victoria Martinet received her BA in Neuroscience from Pitzer College in Claremont, CA. Originally from Carlsbad, CA, she is currently enrolled in Applied Physiology and Nutrition, and hopes to enter the realms of nutrition and media, sports nutrition, brain metabolism, and mental fatigue. She also loves to cook and try new foods. vmmartinet[at]gmail.com
Jessica Parise Originaly from Long Island, Jessica attended SUNY at Old Westbury, where she received her BS in Accounting. She is currently enrolled in the Applied Physiology and Nutrition program and hopes to become a sports dietician. jparisecpa[at]gmail.com
Danielle Rabinovich attended Hunter College, where she received her BS in nutrition and food science. Originally from West Hempstead, NY, she is currently enrolled in the Nutrition and Public Health program here at TC. dar2161[at]tc.columbia.edu
Lena Rakijian Originally from San Diego, CA, Lena studied at UC Santa Barbara where she received her degree in Business Economics, with a minor in Exercise and Sports Studies. She’s currently enrolled in the Nutrition and Public Health program and has interests in corporate wellness and nutrition communication through media. lenarakijian[at]gmail.com
Ryan Renaud from Dallas, Tx, received his BS in Psychology from the University of Houston. He’s currently enrolled in the Nutrition Education program at TC, and hopes to enter school food policy and education, focusing on farm to table education for children. rbr2123[at]tc.columbia.edu
Natalie Rizzo is from New York, NY and received her BA in History from Boston University. Currently enrolled in the Applied Physiology and Nutrition program at TC, she’s interested in working in sports nutrition and having a private practice. natalie.rizzo[at]gmail.com
Julia Rosenbaum received her BFA in Theater from NYU. Originally from Ardsley, NY, Julia is currently enrolled in the Nutrition Education program here at TC. She is interested in having a private practice to work with individuals and groups, teaching healthy eating habits. jer2175[at]tc.columbia.edu
Emelia Stiverson Originally from Annapolis, Maryland, Emelia received her BA in Drama from the Catholic University of America. She’s currently enrolled in the Nutrition Education program here at TC and hopes to work in an educational setting, as well as with mass media, and the food industry. emy.stiverson[at]gmail.com
Stephanie Schultz comes to The Program in Nutrition from Brooklyn, NY. She received her B.A. in Film Production from Brooklyn College and is currently enrolled in the Nutrition Education program and is interested in nutritional writing, teaching, and research. stephanie[at]symbiont.net
Kira Tolla received her degree in biological science with a minor in horticulture from University of Georgia. Originally from Berkeley, CA, Kira hopes to enter the realm of food policy, promoting sustainable food choices and agriculture along with advocating and educating about local food systems and alternatives to corporate food choices. She has worked at farmers markets in the Bay area as a vendor and manager, selling store fruit, honey, meats, and managing markets. She’s currently enrolled in the Nutrition and Public Health program. kat2142[at]tc.columbia.edu
Alyssa Tucci is currently enrolled in the Applied Physiology and Nutrition program here at TC. Originally from Long Branch, NJ, she received her BS in Biology and BA in Italian from Villanova University. She’s interested in working with professional and college sports sports teams. ant2113[at]tc.columbia.edu
Kimberly Visioni earned her BS in Business Administration in University of Richmond. Originally from New York, NY, Kimberly is currently enrolled in the Nutrition Education program and hopes to work with individuals and groups in an education and counseling setting. kimvisioni[at]gmail.com
Lauren Zamler is from New York, NY and originally received her BA in Consumer Marketing from the University of Wisconsin. She is currently enrolled in the Nutrition Education program and hopes to enter into clinical disease prevention and management with a specialization in pediatrics. lazamler[at]aol.com