Nutritionist/Health Educator

OBJECTIVE:

To serve the community through assisting individuals to create more healthful lifestyles

EDUCATION:

Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS

B.S. in Human Nutrition Graduated May 2009

Major: Public Health Nutrition Magna cum Laude

Minor: Spanish

GPA: 3.947

WORK/VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE:

Harvesters-The Community Food Network June 2009-August 2009

Nutrition Services Educator

• Led nutrition and culinary classes within the Kids in the Kitchen program

• Collaborated with other Nutrition Services employees to create and modify program curriculum

• Translated curriculum and resources to Spanish to reach a greater audience

Leasure Hall Tutoring Center, Kansas State University August 2005-May 2009

Senior Office Assistant

• Performed clerical functions (scheduling, spreadsheet development, filing)

• Trained and supervised eight fellow office assistants

• Promoted academic assistance opportunities on campus

Texas AgriLife Extension, Matagorda County May 2008-August 2008

Intern

• Developed and implemented public health education programs

• Organized youth development programs at county and district levels

Center for Child Development, Kansas State University May 2007-August 2007

Kitchen Assistant

• Developed menus according to CACFP standards

• Distributed meals and snacks to toddlers and children

American Diabetic Association’s Camp Discovery, Junction City, KS June 2006

Staff Nutritionist

• Developed meal plans for campers and counselors according to dietary needs

• Monitored and modified dietary intake according to blood sugar and activity levels

• Led diabetes education activities for campers

SPECIAL SKILLS:

Safe Zone Trained

• Identified as a campus resource for individuals experiencing adversity

• Skillful in managing situations dealing with diverse populations and relationships

ServSafe Certified

• Knowledgeable on safe food preparation practices

Spanish Language Proficiency

RELEVANT COURSEWORK:

Clinical Nutrition Fall 2008-Spring 2009

• Investigated relationships between various illnesses and disorders and their effects on nutrition and wellness

• Evaluated real-life cases and employed ADA standards in case study analysis

Public Health Nutrition Fall 2008

• Gained awareness of public health concerns, objectives, and research methodology

• Analyzed and applied public health measures

Public Health Biology Fall 2008

• Examined the biological components of public health

• Identified preventative measures and their mechanisms

Nutrition Education in Extension Spring 2008

• Acquired strategies for providing outreach to diverse audiences under limited resources

• Practiced communication through various mediums to connect with at-risk groups

ACTIVITIES:

K-State Healthy Decisions, Campus Ambassador Coordinator 2008-2009

• Organized ambassador activity to promote healthful campus-wide lifestyle initiatives

Kappa Omicron Nu, Vice President 2008-2009

• Chaired the Program Committee, in addition to vice-presidential duties

Toastmasters, Vice President of Education 2008-2009

• Scheduled meeting roles

• Monitored program progress by club members

Human Ecology Council, Elections Coordinator 2007-2008

• Advertised open positions and coordinated elections

Human Body Cadaver Dissection Team Spring 2007

• Shared responsibility for cadaver dissection with other selected students

• Led demonstrations for Human Body lab students

Silver Key Sophomore Honorary, October Committee Chair 2006-2007

• Coordinated “Rent-A-Key” community service project

Quest Freshman Honorary 2005-2006

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