Meet the Green Dining Team
Allie Berry
Sustainability Manager
My name is Allie Berry and I’m from Seattle, Washington. I completed my graduate studies in Environmental Health and Engineering at Johns Hopkins University, with researched focused on regenerative agriculture and climate solutions within local food systems. In my free time I enjoy bouldering, crocheting and working on various lacto-ferments! I believe that everyone has the right to live in a sustainable environment and have access to healthy food, and I am dedicated to working towards this goal by supporting collaborative and place-based efforts at UVA Dine!
Anna Jett
Zero Waste Intern
2022-2024
My name is Anna Jett and I'm a fourth-year from Northumberland County, VA. I am double majoring in Environmental Sciences and Global Sustainability. In my free time, I love reading, painting, and dancing with the Swing and Salsa clubs. As a Green Dining Intern, I focus on Zero Waste, helping UVA dining locations to minimize waste and promoting sustainable food practices in the larger UVA community.
Mahum Hashmi
Data Science &
Zero Waste Intern
My name is Mahum Hashmi, and I am a fourth-year majoring in Global Commerce and Statistics. I have worked for Green Dining since 2022, focusing on reducing waste across our campus! I enjoy making a difference in my community in any way I can and helping other students to do the same. Along with Green Dining, I am also a member of the special events committee for UPC and a makeup artist for VMAG and CRAVE at UVA. In my free time, I like to thrift, play volleyball, and cook!
Lexi Conners
Outreach Intern
My name is Lexi Conners and I'm a fourth-year from St. Louis, Missouri. I am majoring in Media Studies with a minor in Environmental Sciences. I have worked with Green Dining for two and a half years, focusing on student engagement and education. Outside of my involvement with Green Dining, I have a sustainable based fashion business and I enjoy creating art!
Sharini Rahman
Green Dining Intern
My name is Sharini Rahman and I am from Great Falls, VA. I am currently a second-year Data Science major with a General Business minor. Last Fall I took a class centered around the frightening effects of climate change, which deeply inspired me to take action. This motivation led me to join UVA Green Dining, where I work to foster sustainable solutions. In my free time, I enjoy baking, exploring new local restaurants and spending time outdoors!
Kendle Schooler
Green Dining Intern
My name is Kendle Schooler and I’m a third -year from Greensboro, North Carolina. I am majoring in Environmental Science with a minor in Data Science. I am especially passionate about environmental justice, ecological restoration, animals, and food justice. In my free time, I like to ride horses, draw, scuba dive, and enjoy nature!
Christopher Herath
Morven Kitchen Garden Intern
My name is Chris Herath and I’m a fourth-year from Yorktown, VA.I am majoring in Mechanical Engineering with minors in Materials Science and Technology and the Environment. I am passionate about sustainability and providing access to healthy environments. In my free time, I enjoy baking, playing soccer, and exploring the outdoors!
Richard Townsley
Green Dining Intern
My name is Richard Townsley. I am from Stanardsville, Virginia, a rural town about an hour north of Charlottesville. I transferred this year as a third-year mechanical engineering major from Piedmont Virginia Community College. I am passionate about sustainability in engineering and decided to join the team to learn about other ways to 'go green.' Outside of school, I love music, writing, and roaming around Grounds!
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