Current Corps Members

While originally from Long Valley, New Jersey, I now call many places home: West Virginia, Texas, North Carolina, and most recently Spain. I graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in May 2017 with a double major in American History and Economics and a minor in Hispanic Studies. I spent my first year out of school working at my alma mater in the Office of the Chancellor and the following year living in Palma de Mallorca, Spain, while working as an assistant English teacher at a local elementary school. My long-term goal is to become a public interest lawyer. Broadly, I am motivated by a desire to seek social justice and want to pursue work that makes a positive difference. I am a spiritually curious person, having grown up in the United Methodist Church but currently feeling connected to the Unitarian Universalist faith, and I’m looking forward to further reflection and growth throughout the year. I love hiking, exploring my local community, reading and writing creative non-fiction, and food (both cooking and eating!). I am very happy to be returning to the Triangle, and can’t wait to get to know the other corps members and leadership team.

Austin will be serving with the Center for Responsible Lending.

I am originally from Amherst Massachusetts but moved to North Carolina to attend UNCSA (University of North Carolina School of the Arts) for their high school program in classical ballet. I graduated from UNC at Chapel Hill this year with a degree in Religious Studies, Cultural Studies, and a minor in Creative Writing. For ten years North Carolina has offered me a beloved community and web of connections, and I feel strongly moved to give back to these communities before taking on my next adventure out in the world! When not at work, you can find me in the kitchen trying out new recipes or perfecting old ones to share with others, reading novels or articles on theory, journaling, sitting outside for a good chat, or prancing along to my next yoga/dance class. I am so excited to get to know my fellow corps members, and hopefully show them a few of the secret gems the Triangle has to offer!

Bryar will be serving with Partners for Youth Opportunity.

I am from Fauquier County, Virginia. I graduated recently with a B.A. in International Relations with a minor in Middle Eastern Studies from the College of William & Mary. I am a lifelong Episcopalian and am committed to volunteering with causes like anti-human trafficking and post-incarceration reintegration. As a long-time Resident Assistant, I loved developing community among freshmen with vastly different backgrounds and interests and helping them find their place at the university; I look forward to applying my skills from this practice in the future. In my free time, I enjoy reading, climbing, crafting, and studying languages. I hope to explore my new city with new friends this year and figure out what path I am called to take next.

Carina will be serving with Partners for Youth Opportunity.

My name is Daniela Rangel and I was born in Havana, Cuba. When I was eight years old, my parents moved my brother and me to sunny South Florida, where I lived and went to school until I moved to North Carolina to continue my studies at UNC Chapel Hill. I recently graduated with a degree in Peace, War and Defense as well as a History minor with a concentration on the evolution of warfare and the culture of peace and war. My interests in diversity studies, culture, and foreign languages have taken me all over the world, from Beijing to Greece, Morocco, and Italy. I’m also deeply invested in the social justice ventures of our time, primarily work related to the empowerment and liberation of women, POC, and the LGBTQ community. As an immigrant and a member of the Latinx community, I also remain deeply interested in social work and policy makers investing in the just cause of immigration reform. As far as personal values and interests are concerned, I consider myself Agnostic with a basis in Judeo-Christian morals and I’m excited to develop a spiritual practice around this throughout this year at JSC. I also like reading for fun, dancing, cooking, and having meaningful conversations over a cup of coffee.

Dani will be serving with the East Durham Children's Initiative.

I am a native of Durham, North Carolina. I graduated in December from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. While there, I majored in Exercise and Sports Science with a concentration in Sports Administration. I also minored in History with a Latin American focus. Growing up, I was raised Christian. As I’ve grown older, my spirituality has become more practical. I typically focus on meditation exercises, prayer, and laughter to maintain a spiritually healthy life. Throughout my year in JSC, I hope to explore personal interests while establishing my professional future. These interests include comedy, technology, sports, and screenwriting! My ultimate quest in life is to gain as much perspective on the world as possible through learning, traveling, and personal interaction. I believe greater perspective of the world around you leads greater sense of self. The better my sense of self, the easier my ability to effectively change the world around me. I am beyond excited for my year in JSC and the opportunity to grow with my fellow corps members!

Drew will be serving with the Rural Advancement Foundation International.

I recently graduated from the University of Kentucky with a B.A. in International Studies, with minors in French language and political science. With all that, I am very interested in international politics, human rights law, and especially the rights of women and girls. I hope to one day work for an international NGO or nonprofit that deals with these kinds of issues. For fun I love to read, cook (eat), travel, and get outside! I was raised as an Episcopalian and am eager to explore more Episcopal and various other religious communities in the area, as I find different religious beliefs and practices very interesting. I am most looking forward to getting to know people and places that I am unfamiliar with, as well as learning first-hand about nonprofit work and the impact it makes locally.

Isabel will be serving with the East Durham Children's Initiative.

I’ve lived in Cary, North Carolina my whole life - with the exception of four elementary school years in New Jersey. I graduated in 2019 from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, and I studied Political Science and Peace, War, and Defense. I hope to combine my love of what I studied with my passion for nonprofit work in a housing policy career. As a baptized and confirmed Episcopalian, I’m looking forward to spending this year growing into my adult faith life. In my spare time, I’m teaching myself to play the guitar and discovering new vegetarian recipes to cook and share with friends. I also enjoy hiking, meeting new people, and seeking out unique experiences like a year of service.

Izzie will be serving with Anathoth Community Garden and with Resourceful Communities.

I am from Farmville, North Carolina. I graduated from Martin Community College with an A.A. in May 2017, and I recently graduated from Meredith College with a B.A. in International Studies. I am interested in working in various fields professionally, such as nonprofit (with a focus in community development), photography, writing, and aromatherapy. One of my biggest goals in life is to travel, as I am interested in learning different cultures and connecting with my roots. I am on a personal spiritual path, as I do not affiliate with any religion, though I am open to explore and learn more about any religion! Some fun facts about me are that I can read, write, and speak Spanish, I am an amateur photographer, and I have ten years of dance experience in the styles of street dance, modern, jazz, Latin and contemporary.

Kianna will be serving with the Pauli Murray Center.

I am from West Point, Mississippi. I graduated from The University of Mississippi in 2019 with a B.A. in Public Policy Leadership and a minor in Business Administration. During my time at Ole Miss, my favorite experiences include interning on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. and taking a political and civil rights law class at the Ole Miss Law School. My hobbies involve spending time outdoors, talking about politics, reading new books, and going to musicals and concerts. I am a lifelong Episcopalian and spent two summers on Permanent Staff at Camp Bratton Green (Mississippi’s Episcopal Church Camp). Upon completing my year with JSC, I plan to attend law school and pursue a career in public interest law.

Margaret will be serving at the Compass Center.

I was born and raised in Nairobi, Kenya and came to the United States for college. I graduated from Hope College in May 2019 with a Psychology major and exercise science minor. I hope to become an occupational therapist. I love how versatile the job is and the different opportunities being an OT would offer me. During my free time I love reading and right now I’m into poetry books, hanging out with friends and family, listening to music, seeing new places, eating and watching movies and shows. Currently I am at limbo with my faith, but I am open to and welcome all conversation and all learning opportunities. I currently have been to 4/7 continents and hope to make it to all of them by the time I hit 30.

Nicole will be serving with Club Nova.

I am from Memphis, Tennessee, and graduated from the University of Memphis in 2019 with a Bachelor’s in English Literature and Political Science. After my time with JSC, I plan on attending grad school, but for now I’m looking forward to a year of intentional community and service. I grew up Southern Baptist but have migrated toward an understanding of faith rooted in liturgy, community-building, and peace. In my free time, I love cooking, reading, and spending time outdoors, and I’m very excited to try local restaurants in the Triangle area.

Reid will be serving with Uniting NC.