Johrdyn Tarpeh

Co-President

My name is Johrdyn and I am a junior at Duke University, majoring in Psychology. I am on the Track & Field team and do the 400m hurdles. In my free time I enjoy binge watching reality TV shows and going out to eat with friends!

Meredith Sims

Co-President, Treasurer

My name is Meredith and I am a senior at Duke University double majoring in Sociology and Marketing. I am a sprinter and hurdler on the Track & Field team! Outside of running the 400 meter hurdles, I enjoy exploring new places with friends, supporting Duke Athletics games, various creative projects, and the Duke Gardens. I am thrilled to be a part of Run Durham's founding season and can't wait to get started!

Julia Jackson

Community Outreach

Hi, my name is Julia and I am a junior at Duke University. My major is Psychology and Global Health and I am a sprinter on the women's Track & Field team. When not running around the track, I am a volunteer EMT in my local community and conduct research with Duke Medical School. I love to read, write, watch Netflix and hang out with friends!

Birgen Nelson

Public Relations / Social Media

My name is Birgen and I am a senior getting my masters in Public Policy at Duke University. I am on the Track & Field team and do hurdles and sprints, and I was a 3x DIII National Champ and Record Holder🕺 I love to read, do research on track, write, go hiking, thrifting, and finding cute places in Durham! 

Guiness Brown

Season Planning

Hi, my name is Guinness and I am a junior at Duke with a major in Psychology. I am on the Track & Field team and outside of school and athletics, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, volunteering in the community, and exploring new places in Durham!

Amarachi Onuoha

Community Engagement

My name is Amarachi and I am a senior at Duke studying Biology. I am on the Track and Field team and Outside of school and my sport, I’m really passionate about community outreach and making an impact. I spent about seven years as a mentor at my hometown church, which shaped a lot of who I am today. Every summer, I coach a club team for kids aged 7-16, traveling with them to regionals and nationals—it’s such a rewarding way to combine my love for sports with helping kids grow. I also volunteer at USATF outdoor events, which keeps me connected to the broader community. When I’m not coaching or volunteering, I enjoy playing piano as it’s one of my favorite pastime activity.

Lauren Tolbert

Community Engagement / Season Planning

My name is Lauren and I am a junior at Duke majoring in Biology Pre-Dental. I run the 800m on the Track and Field team! In my free time I enjoy shopping with friends, mentoring young athletes, and crocheting.