2007 Jones Scholars



Theresa Moll: At Lee-Davis High School in Mechanicsville, VA, Terri was involved in the community and extracurricular activities.  Although Lee-Davis did not have a culinary program, Terri said that her mom and grandmother were very interested in cooking, and she would cook with them.  Her mother is her inspiration in her cooking.  "She is very strong and creative," says Terri.

Terri has done some foodservice work as a volunteer, but her first job was at the Ironhorse Restaurant in Ashland, VA.  She remembers how she learned the ropes of working in a small restaurant and how to work a variety of stations.  "I hope to some day be a part of a company that I can feel a part of and grow with," said Terri.  "I want to be able to help shape the company and provide what our consumers want and will enjoy.  At CIA Terri participates in the Fit Club and a business club called FAME.  She also works evenings as a tele-counselor with the CIA Admissions Office.



Jered Greeenwald: Jered has been interested in cooking and culinary arts for many years, "So long, in fact," said Jered, "that I can't pinpoint a specific moment or time that changed me."  He started his foodservice career volunteering for a friend at CHIVE, a restaurant in the Gaslamp District of downtown San Diego.  "Later, I became a paid staff member plating desserts during Friday and Saturday nights.  The chef of CHIVE was a CIA graduate, which is how I first learned of the school.  I loved cooking food that my guests loved.  It made me proud and gave me the desire to continue my culinary education at the same school my chef attended."

Jered is a Dean's list student who has also been recognized for his perfect attendance.  His studies have also inspired his passion for charcuterie - the making of fresh and aged sausages as well as pates, terrines, and other meat products.  His plans to continue this study include travel to Europe, and possibly working on pig farms in Europe and in the United States.


Christopher Cox: Christopher began his culinary work in Rhode Island as a prep cook.  After graduation he hopes to work at a world-class resort and later open a small resort of his own. Scholarship awarded June 2007.


Spencer E. Steckman: Spencer, a veteran of the US Army, plans to join the Peace Corps afer CIA graduation.  As a member of the Peace Corps, he hopes to work in agricultre and sustainable food programs.  Scholarship awarded June 2007.