Multicultural Resource Center Meet the MRC Staff

Bio: As the Assistant Director of the Multicultural Resource Center, Jane provides support to students who identify as people of color on campus. Prior to this role, Jane worked in the Office of Identity and Cultural Resources (OICR) as a Program Coordinator on campus. She has also worked in Housing & Residence Life, First Year Experience, and New Student Orientation prior to her arrival at Amherst College in 2021. In her free time, Jane enjoys spending time with their cat RT, going on walks, and listening to podcasts or binge watching her favorite shows. If you would like to get into contact with them, please email jkungu@amherst.edu. 

Major/Year: Computer Science and SWAGS - Class of 2025
Hometown: Orange County, CA
Hobbies/Interests: I love sleeping in, eating good food, the idea of morning hikes, and – if I ever have time – reading for fun.
Favorite Food: Bún Bò Huế (Vietnamese spicy noodle soup)
Your favorite part about the MRC: I love the MRC's balcony and cozy reading corner, as well as the community that gathers here. It's such a beautiful place to unwind, study, and hang out. I really enjoyed the Asian Night Market last year - I'm sure the MRC will outdo itself this year too!

*Studying abroad Fall 2023*

Major/Year: English and Film & Media - Class of 2025
Hometown: Westchester, New York
Hobbies/Interests: Listening to music, writing, reading, taking photos of my friends
Favorite Food: Empanadas
Your favorite part about the MRC: One of my favorite things about the MRC is how many new people I get to meet through different events, collaborations, and the center itself. It's been so fun getting to organize with different students and fostering such a welcoming community. The MRC is a place where I always feel welcome.