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Dr. Lauri WrightDirector - Center for Nutrition and Food Security
Dr. Wright worked as a clinical dietitian at the Tampa VA Hospital for more than 15 years, specializing in infectious diseases. She began and directed the dietetic internship at Bay Pines VA Hospital. After completing her doctorate degree, Dr. Wright directed the master's/dietetic internship program at the University of North Florida. While at UNF, her work with HIV moved to the community and food insecurity. Dr. Wright then joined the faculty of the College of Public Health at the University of South Florida as an assistant professor where her research focused on food insecurity and its health impact, HIV nutrition, and global nutrition. Dr. Wright is an Academy Media Spokesperson, Delegate to the Academy House, and a past president of the Florida Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Meghan Niemczyk, MPHAssociate Director - UNF Center for Nutrition and Food Security, Director - Northeast Florida Hunger Network, Chef Advisor - Meals on Wings Program
Dr. Jen Ross, DCN, RD, LDN, FANDCo-Director - Meals on Wings
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