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Meet the Advisors


Andrew Mack

Andrew Mack is entering his second year at UMass, where he studies Nutrition and Kinesiology. He has a passion for health with sustainability and the environment. He is proud to be an intern for the UMass Permaculture Initiative, where he is constantly learning about superfoods and how to grow them nearly anywhere. If he is not at the Rec Center, he is most likely long gone on his mountain bike ripping trails with the UMass Bike Racing Team. Besides these chief interests he loves to travel, is a huge New York Jet fan, and is an avid reader. Other than his commitment to health, he holds his family and friends to the highest degree.
Andrew Mack

Jenn Konjoian

A sophmore from Andover, MA, Jenn is a certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor. Jenn first became interested in nutrition two years ago when she experienced fatigue during field hockey games. She then worked with a nutritionist to advise her on what to eat to sustain energy. Since then, Jenn has been eager to learn more and share her knowledge with others.
KJennifer Steinhauser

Jessi Pergolotti

Jessi is a member of the class of 2014 majoring in Nutrition with a minor in Psychology. She hopes to become a registered dietitian for children and teens. Jessi is passionate about healthy and realistic eating, as well as being active. From Long Island where she was involved in sports throughout junior high and high school, Jessi developed a passion for running, being outdoors, wakeboarding and volunteering. Jessi is in her second year as a nutrition advisor and group fitness instructor with Campus Recreation.
Jessi Pergolotti

Lauren Smith

Lauren is a sophomore Nutrition major with plans to become a registered dietitian. She is very interested in community nutrition and enjoys working with the public. From the small town of Barre, Lauren loves to spend time outside running, biking, and swimming. She also loves to cook and is always curious to try new foods. Lauren first became interested in nutrition after traveling around the country and noticing different diets and lifestyles. Lauren believes that proper diet and exercise have a very positive impact on your health, mood, and overall life. Lauren hopes to change the lives of others by helping them achieve their goals and by finding the correct foods to fit their lifestyle.

Lauren Smith

Steph Hill

Steph is a Public Health major with double minor Education and Sociology. Steph loves to teach others about the importance of eating well. Also a Zumba® instructor for Campus Recreation, Steph tries to inspire everyone who comes to her class to leave feeling great about themselves. Steph believes that physical activity, as well as good nutrition, are key elements to living a healthy and happy life.
Steph Hill

Tristan Kovacs

A sophomore, Tristan began lifting weights and found a love for fitness. Now he is extremely passionate about exercise and nutrition. Tristan enjoys sharing his knowledge of nutrition and helping others reach their goals.
Tristan Kovacs