Our Team
This year's 2026-2027 TSDA officer team is very excited to create new opportunities and provide as many resources and experiences to our members! Visit our Instagram to learn more about our officers and feel free to reach out to any of us at any time!
Viviana Ponce
TSDA President
Adrian Ontiveros
TSDA President-Elect
Aashi Srivastava
TSDA Secretary
Daniela Garcia
TSDA Treasurer
Lizbeth Trevino
TSDA Historian
officer bios
Viviana B. Ponce- President
Hi! My name is Viviana B. Ponce, and I am so excited to be the President for the 2026-2027 academic year! I am pursuing a graduate degree in Dietetics at the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. I graduated from the University of Incarnate Word with my Bachelor’s of Science in Nutrition. Learning about nutrition in an area close to home is essential for fostering a culturally inclusive environment that acknowledges dietary traditions from my Mexican heritage. I am looking forward to hearing from dietitians, professionals, and students who are passionate about dietetics. In my free time, I enjoy cooking homemade recipes, going on walks with my family, coloring, shopping, drinking coffee, and listening to music. I look forward to connecting with students across Texas!
Adrian Ontiveros - President Elect
Hello everyone! My name is Adrian Marcelo Ontiveros, and I’m very grateful for the opportunity to serve as President-Elect for the 2026–2027 year. I’m currently a graduate student in the Master of Science in Dietetics program at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. I earned my Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition from University of Monterrey, where my passion for dietetics first began. Over the years, I’ve developed a strong interest in metabolic health, weight management, and longevity. What I enjoy the most about dietetics is helping people improve their health through nutrition, healthy habits, and sustainable lifestyle changes. As President-Elect, I’m excited to get to know more of our members, help strengthen our organization, and support opportunities for personal and professional growth. I look forward to connecting with all of you and making this a great year!
Aashi Srivastava - Secretary
Howdy! My name is Aashi Srivastava, and I am excited to serve as Secretary for the upcoming 2026–2027 academic year . I am a senior nutrition and biochemistry major at Texas A&M University. Through my coursework and research experiences, I have become interested in how nutrition science can be translated into practical guidance and care. I am looking forward to supporting TSDA, connecting with students across Texas, and continuing to grow within the field of dietetics! Outside of school, I enjoy journaling, spending time with family and friends, and trying new foods.
Daniela Garcia - Treasurer
Hello everyone! My name is Daniela Garcia. I am honored to serve as Treasurer for the 2026–2027 academic year. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics with a minor in Public Health from the University of the Incarnate Word, and I also hold a Master of Science in Health Sciences with a concentration in Nutrition from UTRGV. I am currently pursuing my Master of Science in Dietetics at UTRGV with the goal of becoming a registered dietitian. I have a passion for nutrition and empowering others to improve their health through sustainable lifestyle changes. I believe that meaningful progress is possible for everyone, no matter where they begin, and that small, consistent steps can lead to lasting change. As Treasurer, I look forward to serving our members, helping ensure our organization thrives, and working with our leadership team to support student involvement and professional development. I love cooking, exercising, and spending time with my three dogs.
Lizbeth Trevino - Historian
Hi! My name is Lizbeth Trevino, and I am excited to serve as historian again for TSDA, and also represent my Latino community. I am currently in my second year of my Master’s program in Dietetics at University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. Through this leadership role, I hope to continue to strengthen my communication and teamwork skills and document and highlight the amazing work our organization does. I am excited to re-connect with everyone! I look forward to learning, growing, and connecting with fellow members and new officers who share a passion for nutrition and community health. My hobbies include a multitude of activities. I love being out in nature, enjoying long walks, weightlifting, Pilates, crafting, painting, journaling, reading, cooking and baking, and discovering creative outlets whenever I can!
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