Committee Members

OFFICERS PROFILE 

President

Madison Dahn

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As president, I am excited to lead our association through the school year as we prepare our annual symposium and many other events for our graduate students. As a previous GSA member and third year student, I have become acquainted with the association, its symposium, and our Horticulture and Crop Science department. I hope to continue to build upon what those before me have established, and improve the association for future members.

Vice President

Camila Gutierrez

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My goal is to establish an environment that is friendly and welcoming for all graduate students, where they feel appreciated and connected. I plan to arrange numerous gatherings to encourage networking, cooperation, and friendships among our varied student population and enhance the bond between campuses. These events will range. from casual coffee chats and study groups to themed gatherings and cultural festivities. I am committed to making our association a center for meaningful interactions and long-lasting relationships.

Treasurer and Fundraising Chairs

Mirai Inaoka

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I plan on maintaining an organized system to
keep track of all finances pertaining to GSA, as well as consulting necessary resources to make sure that
GSA has consistent funds available, especially so that a successful Graduate Research Symposium can be organized for the students and faculty.

Secretary

Katelyn Boyce

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As Secretary, I will work to ensure that all HCS graduate students are able to make their voices, thoughts, and ideas heard by ensuring that information, both incoming and outgoing, is available to GSA chairholders and the wider HCS graduate community. As the Wooster-based EAC student, I will reach out to our faculty and fellow HCS members in order to bridge the gap between the two communities and their respective long- and short-term goals.

HCS GSA Public Relations Chair (Wooster)

Frolence Paul Fidelis

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I will provide regular updates, showcase our impact, and encourage active engagement. Advocacy will be a central focus, as I will enthusiastically promote our group’s objectives and needs through media platforms.

Logistics Chair

Fabiano Colet

 

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I want to represent my peers and
help enhance our graduate program and the department. My
goal is to advocate and help our current and new graduate
students, and these leadership roles are an important way to
bridge the communication between graduate students,
faculty, and college administrators.

Executive Advisory Committee Student Representative 

Kirti Tyagi

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Hi, I’m currently pursuing my PhD under the guidance of Dr. David Mackey, focusing on molecular plant-pathogen interactions. As an Executive Advisory Committee student representative for Columbus students in the Graduate Student Association, I am committed to ensuring that all graduate students feel supported and heard. I am deeply passionate about welcoming new students and providing assistance to students from around the globe. My aim is to foster transparency between student needs and administrative decisions. I am proud to be part of the Department of Horticulture and Crop Sciences at The Ohio State University, and I am dedicated to serving our community and contributing to its ongoing enhancement.

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Executive Advisory Committee Student Representative

Thiranya Wanigarathna

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As a GSC student representative, I am excited to collaborate closely with our faculty and serve as a strong advocate for my fellow graduate students. My goal is to enhance our graduate program by voicing the needs and ideas of HCS graduate students within the Graduate Studies Committee, ensuring their perspectives are heard and considered.

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Executive Advisory Committee (EAC) Student Representative- Wooster  Based

Madison Dahn

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In this position I hope to gain experience in collaborating with others and developing
life long skills and relationships. I plan to be a voice for the students here in Wooster.

Advisor

Regina VannHickok.1

HCS Graduate Studies Coordinator
HCS Internship Program Coordinator
Academic Program Manager, Administrator of the department’s academic program through assisting the Academic Affairs and Graduate Studies Committees.

MA, Public Policy and Administration, The Ohio State University (Columbus, OH)

BFA, Theater, Otterbein College (Westerville, OH)

Advisor

Dr. Jessica Cooperstone.1

Associate Professor in Horticulture and Crop Science & Food Science and Technology

BS Food Science, Cornell University (Ithaca, NY)

PhD Food Science & Technology, The Ohio State University (Columbus, OH)​

Research Areas: Plant foods and health promotion and disease prevention; Metabolomics; Secondary plant metabolites; Analytical chemistry; Liquid chromatography and mass spectrometry; Food science; Nutrition