Meet the Team

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Amanda

Amanda is a senior Biology major on the Pre-Med track. She joined the Pitt Pantry the fall semester of her freshman year and has been involved in the Pantry ever since. Outside of the Pantry, she enjoys reading, volunteering at the hospital, and dancing with her friends. Amanda is a Student Coordinator and focuses on volunteer engagement.

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Cherie

Cherie is a senior Psychology major planning to pursue a master's degree in Genetic Counseling. She started working at the Pitt Pantry her freshman year, and she is excited to take on her role as the Student Coordinator of events and outreach.

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Melinda

Melinda is a Master of Public and International Affairs candidate majoring in Human Security. She enjoys cooking and socializing. At the Pitt Pantry, her role is the Graduate Student Manager, and she is excited to contribute more to the Pitt community

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Emma

Emma is a senior Emergency Medicine major who is on the Pre-Med track. She started working at the Pitt Pantry her junior year. She is excited to become a Student Coordinator for the Pitt Pantry and focus on events and outreach. Outside the Pantry, you will find Emma working as a paramedic, reading, and hanging out with her friends!

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Afifa

Afifa is a senior majoring in Microbiology and minoring in Chemistry. She started working in the Pitt Pantry the spring semester of her freshman year, and she's excited to take on her role as a Student Coordinator in food procurement.