NUTRITIONAL SCIENCES STUDENT ASSOCIATION
2026-2027 Executive Team
Cheryl Tang
Co-President
Amelia Han
Co-President
Shannon Villeneuve
Vice-President
Year: 4
POSt: Nutritional Sciences Major, Health & Disease Major, Immunology Minor
Fun Fact: I discovered my passion for nutrition and baking when I was 6 (I would read the nutrition facts table and watch cooking videos in my free time!).
Why I joined NSSA: My experiences as NSSA's secretary in my 3rd year could not have been any more fulfilling. I found people who shared similar interests, and some who brought new perspectives. I want to provide a welcoming space for students to connect and find their path at UofT, just as I had by joining NSSA.
Year: 3
POSt: Nutritional Sciences Major, Pharmacology Major
Fun Fact: I still don’t own a pan
Why I joined NSSA:
A NSSA cooking event I spontaneously attended in my first year :) I made new friends, learned about anticancer benefits of foods, and discovered the world of Nutritional Sciences (its how I chose this major!) I found it to be such fun experience and great learning opportunity that I joined NSSA to help create more events for others.
Year: 4
POSt: Nutritional Sciences Major, Neuroscience Major, Psychology Minor
Fun Fact: Ranch dressing and mashed potatoes go really well together...
Why I joined NSSA: The community! I wanted to get more involved in campus life, and I love our beautiful little department. I love love love meeting new people, and so it felt like a no-brainer to join the NSSA. It's also a great opportunity to learn more about the field (to be honest, choosing nutritional sciences was a little spontaneous) and to meet so many incredible and impressive people!
Elaine Wang
Secretary
Rubina Heng
Treasurer
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Outreach Coordinator
Year: 3
POSt: Nutritional Sciences Major, Physiology Major, Forest Conservation Sciences Minor
Fun Fact: Phở Anh Vũ has delicious food and large portion sizes!
Why I joined NSSA: I wanted to become more involved in the Nutritional Sciences community at UofT and to help organize fun events for Nutritional Sciences students. I also wanted to connect with other students who share my interest in nutrition. I've always loved learning about nutrition and its impact on health, and I'm excited to help share this knowledge with others!
Year: 2
POSt: Physiology Major, Nutritional Sciences Major, Psychology Minor
Fun Fact: Crepes with pork floss, milo powder and condensed milk is genuinely sooo bomb
Why I joined NSSA: I’ve always been interested in nutrition, so I thought no better way to explore my interests than by being surrounded by the Nutritional Sciences community itself! I’m excited to learn, connect and make better choices for my health.
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Maria Aroca-Ouellette
Social Media Coordinator
Sophie Longo
Social Media Coordinator
Year: 4
POSt: Nutritional Sciences Major, Human Biology Major
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Year: 4
POSt: Nutritional Sciences Major, Global Health Major, Physiology Minor
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Rylee Lehman
4th Year Representative
Julia Da Silva Giorgi
4th Year Representative
Year: 4
POSt: Nutritional Sciences Major, Neuroscience Major, Sustainability Pathways Certificate
Fun Fact: Koh Lipe on Baldwin (my fav restaurant in the city!)
Why I joined NSSA: I’ve really enjoyed every NSSA event I’ve attended - I’ve met great people and gotten opportunities I wouldn’t have otherwise. I’m super passionate about nutrition, and I want to contribute to this awesome community during my last year of undergrad!
Year: 4
POSt: Nutritional Sciences Major, Health & Disease Major
Fun Fact: I think cereal is better without milk.
Why I joined NSSA: I always really enjoyed attending NSSA events as a general member, especially the cooking ones, so this year I wanted to be a part of the club to contribute to those events. I also wanted to be more a part of the Nutritional Sciences community and be surrounded by others who share a similar interest in nutrition and health!
Özgü Gülümser
3rd Year Representative
Haleta Debebe
3rd Year Representative
Year: 3
POSt: Nutritional Sciences Major, Neuroscience Major, Physiology Minor
Fun Fact: I can drink 2L of RedBull a day without any health complications (do not recommend).
Why I joined NSSA: The Nutritional Sciences department has given me a community at UofT since my first year. I joined NSSA to foster the same community for the incoming students of our department.
Year: 3
POSt: Biology Major, Nutritional Sciences Major
Fun Fact: When I was in middle school I would only eat peanut butter, jelly and banana sandwiches everyday for lunch.
Why I joined NSSA: I joined the NSSA because I love learning about the connection between nutrition, health, and everyday life! I’m excited to meet new people, get involved, and create fun opportunities for students to connect and learn together!
Katherine Yao
2nd Year Representative
Year: 2
POSt: Nutritional Sciences Major, Health and Disease Major, Physiology Minor
Fun Fact: I like making up random recipes with whatever I can find in my fridge and just hope it doesn't taste disgusting.
Why I joined NSSA: I really wanted to become more involved in the Nutritional Science community at UofT. I think that being a part of the NSSA provides huge oppurtunities to connect with peers, support student initiatives, and help create a welcoming environment for everyone in the program. I also think that being a part of the NSSA allows me to learn a lot more about oppurtunities in the field through networking, events, and conversations with upper-year students, faculty, and professionals.
Katie Quach
2nd Year Representative
Year: 2
POSt: Human Biology Major, Physiology Minor, Biology Minor
Fun Fact: I love the Starbucks in Robarts
Why I joined NSSA: I joined NSSA as a way to explore my genuine interest for nutrition, along with having the ability to connect with others who share this same interest as me. As busy university students, I understand that proper nutrition is often neglected, so I hope that as a group we can all explore ways to build and maintain healthy habits (especially during chaotic midterm seasons). I'm so excited to be a part of all the great activities NSSA has to offer this term!