Hello everyone, my name is Karsynn Olivas and I am a summer Intern for the Oregon State University Extension Service SNAP-Ed program in Umatilla County. I currently attend Colorado State University in Fort Collins, but I was born and raised in Oregon. Although attending my first year of college and studying business has been fun, I am excited about going back to my roots this summer and working for SNAP-Ed. I have always had quite an interest in nutrition and even took a couple of nutrition classes last year. Not knowing exactly what I would like to do yet, this job gives me the opportunity to dip my toes into one of my biggest interests.

My goals going into this job were to be more active in the community, learn more about nutrition and how to spread the importance of it and last but not least get to spend time with children of all ages. So far, this has been a huge success. I have been able to teach classes at the library alongside SNAP-Ed Education Program Assistant Carolina Muniz, teaching kids and their families healthy Food Hero recipes. I have also worked at the Hermiston farmers market each week sharing a recipe with community members.

Overall, I have learned a lot about nutrition and working with kids since being a part of the SNAP-Ed program. I hope to only continue to learn more about it and grow not only as an individual but in the community.