Rural Resilience Specialist | RARE AmeriCorps Member

Anna was born and raised in rural Iowa and graduated from the University of Iowa with a B.S. in Global Health Studies and a certificate in Sustainability in spring 2024. While an undergrad, Anna focused on food systems through volunteering, coursework, and research. Her research focused on food security in undergraduates, working with the campus food pantry to identify barriers within student populations. She also has experience working in international affairs, having worked for a non-profit organization that hosted international leaders through the U.S. Department of State. She spent summer 2024 continuing to work in this position, as well as at a non-profit organic produce farm located outside of Iowa City. Anna is excited to explore the field of energy resiliency this year, identifying connections with her prior areas of focus. In her free time, Anna loves to read, run, hike, and spend time doing anything outdoors.