Our Team

At Just Allergy Things, our team is dedicated to honest journalism and creating reliable, accessible information on food allergies — bringing awareness, stories, and solutions to the forefront.

President & Editor-in-Chief

Dana Wrubel

Dana Wrubel is a junior at Cornell University studying Communication. Her goal is to elevate food allergies to a top public health issue and foster a more accurate cultural understanding of the condition.

Vice President

Ryan Cooley

Ryan Cooley, a Grade 12 student with severe peanut, tree nut, and shellfish allergies, is a strong advocate for food allergy research and an avid tennis player who writes community news.

Director of Operations

Claire Collins

Claire Collins, a 12th grade student managing milk and peanut allergies, is a dedicated food allergy education advocate and runner who writes about community news and recipes.

Managing Editor

Amaris Ruiz

Amaris is a 10th grader who aspires to be a political journalist. She is allergic to dairy, beef, peanuts, and shellfish, and advocates for increased EpiPen availability.

Staff Writers

Caleb Lin

Caleb is a sophomore in college with multiple food allergies and has undergone OIT for wheat. He is interested in food allergies’ impact on quality of life, non-IgE mediated allergies, and their role in public health and legislation. In his free time, he enjoys music and crosswords.

Our Team

Dana Wrubel

Staff Writers

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