KIN Butler University
2024-2025
Mia Nenadovich
Chapter Director
Hi everyone! My name is Mia Nenadovich, and I am so excited to be the Butler University Chapter Director of KIN! I am a junior honors student on the pre-medical track, double-majoring in Biochemistry and Biology with a minor in Neuroscience. My passion for improving nutrition education opportunities led to my discovery of KIN, as I believe chronic disease prevention starts with food literacy and proper nutrition. I look forward to promoting the KIN mission both on campus and throughout the surrounding Indianapolis community!
Reesha Bhagat
Vice Chapter Director
My name is Reesha Bhagat and I am honored to be serving as Vice-Chapter Director of KIN at Butler University this year! I am a junior double-majoring in Biochemistry and Biology on the pre-medical track. I spend much of my time tutoring and working with others, and I am passionate about learning, teaching, education, and health! I love that I get to combine all of my interests in KIN and promote education in topics of health and nutrition while continuing my own learning in the process!
Meredith Modelski
Outreach Director
Hello! My name is Meredith Modelski and I am so grateful for the opportunity to serve as the Outreach Director for Butler University’s KIN Chapter. I am a junior Honors Program student on the pre-medical track, majoring in Health Sciences and minoring in Chemistry. By working with KIN, I hope to educate the greater community to help create strong leaders who make informed decisions about their health. I believe that by teaching nutrition education, we can empower the next generation to lead healthier lives and inspire others to do the same.
Lauren Ahola
Operations Director
Hi! My name is Lauren Ahola, the newest Operations Director of KIN at Butler University. I am a third-year on the pre-optometry track, majoring in Biology with minors in Neuroscience and Chemistry. I am beyond excited to go into the Indianapolis community and promote the KIN mission by educating future generations on the importance of their nutritional health.
Caroline Lurker
Finance Director
My name is Caroline Lurker, and I am thrilled to be the Butler University Director of Finance for KIN! I am a junior in my first year of pharmacy school. Being a student athlete, nutrition has always been extremely important to me and my performance. With this, I am eager to help others understand the importance of nutrition through KIN!
Lia Prassas
Education Director
My name is Lia Prassas and I can’t wait to join the KIN board of directors here at Butler as the Academic Director! I am a current junior Health Sciences student on the pre-dental track and have a great love for working with kids. I hope to use my previous knowledge and experiences in this role and look forward to getting started!
Avrie Luckenbill
Research Director
Hi! My name is Avrie Luckenbill, and I am the Research Director for the Butler University chapter of KIN. I am currently a junior majoring in Health Sciences on the pre-PA track and also pursuing a minor in Psychology. My ultimate goal is to work as a PA in pediatrics, so I am currently gaining experience at Riley Children’s Hospital. This hands-on experience has sparked my passion for nutrition, as I’ve seen firsthand how crucial it is to the health and well-being of children. I am excited to spread the message of KIN and hopefully contribute to improving the health of my community outside a clinical setting!
Anna Lankisch
Programming Director
Hi! My name is Anna Lankisch, and I am the new Programming Director for Butler University's Chapter of KIN. I am a junior Biology major with a Spanish minor on the pre-physical therapy track. Improving my personal nutrition has been a prominent aspect of my college experience, and I believe there is incredible value in sharing and nurturing that goal in the community. I look forward to my role with KIN and for the opportunity to head this journey with such a passionate team!
