Fitness & Nutrition Forum
Spring 2018 Interns
Danielle Kolsin
Hi! I’m Danielle and I am a junior nutrition major at UT Austin. I was born in California, but raised in Colorado. I transferred here sophomore year from the University of Colorado at Boulder in pursuit of my passion for nutrition. I came to UT for their nationally accredited dietetics program. My hobbies include painting, baking, and running. I like to be conscious of my health and try to improve my fitness daily. One day I hope to become a certified dietician and help others become educated and work towards a healthier lifestyle.
UT Austin, 3rd year
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Favorite Food: Thai
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Craziest Hobby: Decorating wedding cakes
Em Court
UT Austin, 4th year
Favorite Foods: Sushi and mangoes
Craziest Hobby:
Stress-buying succulents
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Hello! I'm Em and currently a senior majoring in nutrition and dietetics here at UT, and will be graduating in May. I grew up in Houston, Texas, and came to Austin for college so I could still be close to home. Aside from being a FIT intern, I am also President of Texas Nutrition, an organization here on campus focused on providing students with nutrition knowledge and connecting with other dietetic professionals. When I'm not studying nutrition or interning on campus, you can find me at the gym weightlifting or playing basketball with my friends. I also enjoy hiking around the Greenbelt area and going to Zilker park. My other interests include art history, gardening, reading, and bullet journaling. Lastly, I'm a big animal lover and my favorite thing to do at the end of a stressful day is play with my two dogs, Daisy and Wheezy.
Madelyn Guerra
UT Austin, 4th year
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Favorite Foods:
Avocado and Peanut Butter
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Craziest Hobby: Speaking in song lyrics
Hi FIT! I'm Maddie, a senior studying nutrition and dietetics here at UT! I am crazy passionate about sports, sports science, and sports nutrition! I interned for UT athletics as a Performance Nutrition intern for 2 years and decided to intern for FIT to expand my knowledge. My favorite sports that I grew up playing and watching are softball, volleyball, basketball, and football. How 'bout them Cowboys?! Other than sports, my family and nutrition-related diseases play a huge role in why I became interested in nutrition at such a young age. I think running is the most boring thing in the world, but I do enjoy lifting weights and getting my heart rate up with activities like hiking or dancing. Full disclosure, I am not a dancer but I absolutely love music and can listen to any genre from any decade. I also make different playlists for every activity, like cleaning, showering, or walking to class.
UT Austin, 3rd year
Favorite Food: Almond Butter
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Craziest Hobby: Making obscure Vine references
I'm Rachel and I'm a junior majoring in nutrition and dietetics here at UT. In addition to nutrition, I am passionate about education, fitness, and feminism. I grew up in Frisco, Texas, but relocated with my family to Costa Mesa, California, several years ago. In my free time, I enjoy weightlifting, spending time outdoors, and cooking. I love live music and have been to over 100 concerts.
Sydney McAvoy
UT Austin, 3rd year
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Favorite Food:
Sweet potatoes
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Craziest Hobby:
Grocery shopping for fun
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Hi! I am a third year Dietetics major and have a passion for all things nutrition-related! I am originally from Austin and didn't travel too far for school. Aside from FIT, I am a part of YoungLife and mentor middle school girls out in Lake Travis. Some of my favorite things in the world are traveling & seeing new places, spending time with people, taking nice long walks outside, and golden retriever puppies!
Raven Cortright
UT Austin, 4th year
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Favorite Food:
Peanut Butter
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Craziest Hobby: Ultramarathon running
I'm a fourth year nutrition/dietetics and French double major with a minor in English. I was born in San Antonio and love to travel. I studied in France, and have backpacked all over Europe, Mexico, a bit of South America, and Morocco. I'm a personal trainer and marathon-runner, and love anything outdoors, especially camping, backpacking, and rock climbing. If I'm not running the trails, I'm probably reading or eating.
Rachel McKinnon
Sarah Johnston
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UT Austin, 3rd Year
Favorite Foods: Shrimp & Pasta
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Hey! I'm Sarah and I am originally from Potomac, Maryland (right outside of Washington, D.C.). I came a long ways to UT Austin! I am a dietetics major and plan to become a Registered Dietitian. I have a passion for health and wellness, and am excited to continue my journey in nutrition. During my summers, I live in Bethany Beach, Delaware where I love to swim, bike, and hang out with my family!
Alaina Teague
UT Austin, 3rd year
Favorite Food: Ice Cream
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Craziest Hobby: Exploring new coffee shops around Austin, I'm trying to visit all of them before I graduate!
Hi, I'm Alaina! I'm a junior from Temple, Texas and have grown up in the central Texas area! I am a nutrition and dietetics major and plan to become a Registered Dietitian after graduation! I love health and learning about how it relates to nutrition, but some of my other hobbies include lifting weights, cooking, drinking coffee, watching UT football, and spending time with my friends and family!
