Staff

Marcela Cardona

Project Policy and Funding Analyst

Kirsten Graves

Teaching Kitchen Director

Kirsten is a Registered Dietitian (RD) with expertise in nutrition curriculum development, sports nutrition, and trauma-informed, inclusive counseling practices. She has been a healthcare provider since 2008 and holds a specialty certification in dietetics supervision. Kirsten has developed and facilitated nutrition, exercise, and health programs—combining her hands-on cooking experience with evidence-based nutrition education—for research studies, educational institutions, and healthcare organizations. She is excited to bring her passion for health education and community outreach to the...

Alicia Henson

Program Coordinator and Education Specialist
About Alicia Henson

Alicia is a pediatric clinical dietitian at UCSF Benioff Children's Hospital, Oakland, with a passion for delivering culturally relevant, patient-centered nutrition care. As an active leader in the field, she is deeply committed to advancing best practices in dietetics. Alicia finds joy in teaching and mentoring, equipping future dietitians with the knowledge and skills needed for success in their careers.

Diane G Lang

Academic Department Manager

Lana Osumi

Student Assistant

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Jay Sevilla

Undergraduate Academic Advisor

Korshid Tarin

Graduate Student Affairs Officer