Kolya recently graduated from Brown University, where they studied Modern Culture and Media. As a writer, editor, and video artist, they are interested in community engagement, building more equitable, sustainable state food systems, and place-based artistic and journalistic practice. Kolya is looking forward to meeting people from across the state, working to feed Rhode Island! Kolya currently works at Small Format, a queer cooperative cafe in Providence. When not working, you can find Kolya DJing, playing basketball, or drawing.