Place Corps Alumni
2022-2023 KINGSTON FELLOWSHIP ALUMNI
Reylynn Baez
Reylynn Baez grew up in the Bronx.
“What I’m most excited to learn in Place Corps is the agricultural work and meeting new people. The skills I’m bringing to the fellowship are reliability and honesty! Something special to know about me is that I enjoy meeting new people and hearing the stories they have to tell.
If I was a color, I’d be purple because I am a peaceful person and the color purple can display tranquility and comfort which are things I’d like people to feel around me.”
Annysha Davis
Annysha Davis grew up in Kingston.
“I’m most excited to learn about natural medicine at Place Corps. I’m very caring and I try to be helpful. I’m a really fun person to be around once I’m comfortable.
If I were a color, it would be pink because it’s my favorite color.”
Ilija Skoko
Ilija grew up in Serbia.
“I'm most excited to learn about personal finance and hands on skills in Place Corps. I’m bringing a variety of practical skills including communication, critical thinking, problem solving, active listening and adaptability. Something special to know about me is I'm very objective, and my take on topics I'm interested in is rather based on facts than feelings.
If I was a color, I would be red because it symbolizes energy, strength and power.”
Konnor Stella
Konnor was born and raised in Tillson.
“I’m excited to learn new skills and I hope to bring a good presence to Place Corps.
If I were a color, I would be green because green reminds me of peace.”
Shayla Valentine
Shayla Valentine grew up in Port Ewen as well as Kingston.
“At Place Corps, I’m most excited to build personal and professional skills during the fellowship. I’m very personable and am always eager to learn and build upon skills to collaborate productively with others.
If I was a color, I would be green. I feel like it represents depth and stability and I feel that resonates with me.”
Eliana VanValkenburgh
Eliana Avenlee VanValkenburgh grew up in Kingston and Accord NY.
“I’m most excited to just learn more nature based activities and I will bring problem solving skills. I enjoy the stars and astrology.
If I was a color I would be blue because of the ocean. I love how the ocean looks, sounds, and how mysterious it is.”
2019-2020 PILOT AT ALUMNI, HAWTHORNE VALLEY FELLOWSHIP:
Eleanor A.
Eleanor was born and raised in the Hudson Valley.
Alessia Cutugno
Alessia Cutugno grew up in the Hudson Valley and received her undergraduate degree from NYU. She is currently pursuing a Masters of Education at Harvard University.
Sophia Hampton
Sophia Hampton grew up in the Hudson Valley and received her undergraduate degree from NYU’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study. She is currently pursuing a dual degree from Vermont Law School and Yale School of the Environment.
Gopal Harrington
Gopal Harrington grew up in the Hudson Valley.
Martha Snow
Martha Snow grew up in New York City and received her undergraduate degree from Skidmore College.
Lila Rimalovski
Lila Rimalovski grew up in New Jersey and received her undergraduate degree from NYU’s Gallatin School of Individualized Study. She is currently pursuing interests in communal living, spiritual practice and ecology in California.
