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Kamryn Chappelle

Bio: Kamryn Chappelle is a student at the University of Montevallo, majoring in English and minoring in Business. She is from Selma, Alabama and has a passion for reading, writing, travel, culture, and music. After completing her undergraduate studies, she hopes to further her education with a graduate program for journalism. She is beyond excited to join the NYCTastemakers team to gain more experience in the writing industry and make professional connections. She looks forward to writing articles about her passions and sharing her interests with the world.
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