Student Dining Board

Hi, my name is Ava Astilla and I am a first-year student hoping to major in nutrition. I am very excited to be a part of the Student Dining Board because I am very passionate about healthy eating and food accessibility. My favorite CDS spots are Med Deli and Bandido’s, and I am looking forward to representing my peers when evaluating UNC dining. On campus, I am involved with UNC Club Tennis, Public Health 360, and Carolina Thrift. I also serve as the student ambassador for Equiti Foods.

I am a mathematics & computer science major from Wake Forest, NC. I am an active member of the Dialectic & Philanthropic Societies, the Undergraduate Senate, and HackNC. I am interested in addressing students' everyday concerns about dining at UNC and hope to use my position on the Board to advocate for the body at large. My favorite dining spots on campus are Top of Lenoir and Bojangles!

Hi! My name is Jeanelle, and I’m a junior studying Public Policy and Environmental Science at UNC. I’m passionate about celebrating culture and diversity through food while also focusing on healthy options on campus. I’m excited to be part of the Student Dining Board to help bring more inclusive dining experiences to the UNC community! My go-to spots are La Farm Bakery and Bandido’s—I’m addicted to the cheese pretzels and burritos. On campus, I’m also part of Carolina Cupboard, a food pantry dedicated to addressing food insecurity among students, which aligns with my passion for helping others access nutritious food.

Hello! My name is Christopher Williams, and I'm a senior majoring in Peace, War, and Defense with double minors in Entrepreneurship and Conflict Management. I believe sharing a meal in the company of others is one of the best ways to build meaningful connections, and I am excited to contribute to improving this experience at CDS locations across campus. In my free time, I enjoy rooting for the Dallas Cowboys, laughing, and handling lawn care projects. I strive daily to exude a “how can I serve?” mentality in everything I do, and as such, I am excited to serve as a USG representative on the Student Dining Services Board!

Hi! My name is Abbey, and I am a sophomore studying Human Development and Family Science with a minor in Education. I am committed to advocating for students with food allergies and dietary restrictions on campus, and I’m excited to collaborate with fellow students and the incredible CDS team at UNC to expand safe and diverse dining options. Outside of Dining Board, I am a NC Teaching Fellow, a member of Blank Canvas Dance Company, and a Substitute Teacher! I am passionate about helping others, and Dining Board has been a meaningful way for me to make a difference for all students.

This past summer, I was a Neuroscience major with minors in Chemistry and Medicine, Literature, and Culture. I aspire to work in pediatric neurology and am currently a research assistant at the Cohen Labs. Outside of school, I work part-time at Marshalls, love playing piano, singing, and spending time with my friends! Lastly, my favorite spots on campus are Cafe 1789 and Chase Dining Hall!