Born and raised in Knoxville, Tennessee, Leticia Pickering attended Knoxville Catholic High School and graduated in 2006. She is currently an undergraduate student at The University of Tennessee in Knoxville where she enjoys involvement in a number of campus organizations. By remaining active in her sorority chapter, Alpha Chi Omega, Leticia was presented with a number of volunteer opportunities with organizations like the YWCA and the Family Justice Center. In fall of 2009, she was especially excited to participate in the annual Vol Challenge, which allowed her to work closely with Second Harvest Food Bank. Leticia plans to graduate in May of 2010 with a Bachelor of Science in nutrition, at which time she will pursue a career as a registered dietitian.