Officer Bios
Karla Zavala – President
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Hola! My name is Karla Zavala. I am a DACA recipient, a first-generation immigrant from Guadalajara, Jalisco – Mexico, and a Nutrition and dietetics student. I am the SDFSA president this year, and I look forward to bringing our dietetics and food science student community together and providing opportunities for all of us to excel.
As a future Registered Dietitian and health coach, I wish to become a guide and curator of wellness and healing through a preventative and holistic approach. Helping people learn about how to make the best choices for their biodividuality through food and lifestyle choices.
My favorite activities include yoga, rock climbing and eating delicious foods from different kinds of cuisines. Let's connect!
Maribel Briones – Vice President
Hello! My name is Maribel Briones and I'm this year's SDFSA vice president. As a nutrition and dietetic student my goal is to serve and advocate for the Latino community as a renal dietitian and certified diabetes educator. Growing up I experienced first hand the cultural and language barrier that exists with nutrition education. I want to share that our cultural foods are nutritious and it can be incorporated into a balanced meal.
In my free time, I like to go on neighborhood walks with my fiance and dog or go on hiking adventures together. I also like to binge-watch on telenovelas. I look forward to meeting everyone and being your vice president. :)
Sofia Arias – Treasurer
Hello! My name is Sofia Arias and I am excited to be your treasurer this year. I am a senior majoring in Nutrition and Dietetics and my commitment to this field is rooted in my personal experiences. Growing up, I found nutrition to be confusing and I always felt pressured to abandon my cultural foods to be healthy. I aim to work in community nutrition throughout my career to positively impact individuals from diverse backgrounds. Eventually I would love to get into private practice to help people address various health challenges through personalized nutrition plans.
In my free time, I enjoy exercising, spending time with my loved ones, and rewatching shows such as Gilmore Girls, Grey's Anatomy, The Office, Friends, Modern Family, New Girl, and Malcom in the Middle. I love that this club brings people together with similar interests and hobbies. I look forward to meeting you!
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Ariana Franco – Co-editor
Hi everyone! My name is Ariana Franco. I am a co-editor for SDFSA and a senior in the Nutrition and Dietetics major with a minor in Child and Adolescent Development. From a young age, I have viewed food as nourishment for the body and soul as I grew up cooking with my many family members. After I helped care for my niece and diabetic grandmother throughout high school, I decided to pursue a career in nutrition. I aspire to one day become a Pediatric Nutritionist as I am passionate about helping give children a healthy start in life.
I have my own small baking business where I sell baked goods as well as some vegan and gluten-free treats. I firmly believe in eating well while not compromising flavor. I love learning about other cultures and making new friends, so don’t hesitate to reach out! I enjoy baking, growing my own food, listening to K-Pop, doing yoga, watching Grey’s Anatomy, and spending
time with friends, family, and my dog.
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