CAFCS Executive Board Members

Nina Roofe earned the Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics with an emphasis in Dietetics from the University of Central Arkansas in 1990. She completed the dietetic internship at the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences in 1991 and began a career in clinical dietetics and management.

Dr. Oates is the Chair and a Professor in the Department of Human Sciences, College of Agriculture at Tennessee State University.

Dr. Kinley earned a Ph.D. from Texas Tech in Merchandising and is currently Professor of Merchandising and Associate Dean in the College of Merchandising, Hospitality and Tourism at the University of North Texas.

Dr. Zoumenou, Professor of Dietetics and Nutrition, Certified Nutrition Specialist, and Certified Program Evaluator, is the Director of the 1890 Nutrition and Health Programs at The University of Maryland Eastern Shore. Dr. Zoumenou earned a Doctorate in Biochemistry and Nutrition (1994) (National University of Abidjan Côte d’Ivoire) and a PhD in Dietetics and Nutrition (2006) (Florida International University, Miami, Florida).

Dr. Ravola is the Interim Chair and an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Sciences, School of Agriculture & Applied Sciences at Alcorn State University.

Dr. Newman is a Professor and the Director of Staff Development, Extension Planning, and Evaluation in the School of Human Sciences at Mississippi State University.