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Lizzy Natiello (she/her/hers) joined the UREC team in July of 2025 and currently serves as the Assistant Director for Member Services.

Lizzy received her Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Activity and Fitness Management with an Outdoor Recreation minor from Slippery Rock University. Lizzy has held various jobs in all areas of recreation upon graduating from Slippery Rock. Lizzy decided to continue her journey in collegiate recreation in 2022 at James Madison University where she earned her Master of Science degree in Sport and Recreation Leadership; Concentration in Campus Recreation and served as a Graduate Assistant for Member Services. Lizzy is a member of NIRSA.

Lizzy grew up on the east coast, primarily in New Jersey and Pennsylvania. Lizzy loves hiking and backpacking so much so that in 2019 she walked all the way from Mexico to Canada on the Pacific Crest Trail. Lizzy also enjoys running and biking. Her favorite places to go in Harrisonburg are Broad Porch coffee, the Little Grill, and Mashita. Lizzy has two Australian Shepards, Marley and Annie who accompany her and her partner on all their adventures. She also enjoys traveling to see friends and family on the West Coast. Her favorite aspect of UREC and the JMU community is the people.