Education:
Cleveland State University
Master of Public Health, GPA: 3.85
Baldwin Wallace University
Exercise Science, Bachelor of Arts
Publications:
First Author, An Analysis of Food Availability on Cleveland State University’s Campus: Reality Compared to Students’ Perceptions. Manuscript In Progress.
Third Author; Tailoring Pediatric Improvement Interventions: Analysis of the CHEC-UPPP Facilitation Experience. Pediatrics, Manuscript Under Review.
Graduate Thesis:
Cleveland State University; Cleveland, OH
“An Analysis of Food Availability on Cleveland State University’s Campus: Reality Compared to Students’ Perceptions” (May 2012-May 2013)
-Created a thesis that was original in design, methodology, and data management
-Became a Nutrition Environment Measures Survey (NEMS) certified rater
-Evaluated campus food outlets’ menu nutrition information and marketing procedures to identify healthy food options using a standardized measurement system
-Cataloged and standardized thousands of data points for large scale statistical analysis
Wrote a report of findings to be published in a peer reviewer journal
Practicum Experience:
Case Western Reserve University Hospitals, Center for Child Health & Policy; Cleveland, OH
Graduate Research Assistant for CHEC-UPPP study (May 2012-June 2013)
-Evaluated and interpreted qualitative data to establish commonalities between study groups
-Developed tools for quantification and analysis of qualitative data
-Used the analysis to develop a handbook so that the results obtained could be repeated
-Prepared weekly briefs on the progress of projects and significant findings
Professional Experience:
Cleveland State University, Health and Wellness Services; Cleveland, OH
Wellness Graduate Assistant (December 2011-May 2013)
-Planned and implemented initiatives that modernized and re-branded the department: increasing attendance at some major events more than 40%
-Created guidelines for the implementation of both new and old procedures, and trained incoming employees on proper use of the guidelines
-Managed monthly and annual health events, acting as liaison between national NPOs, donation partners, university departments, and student body
-Provided community education programs structured to raise awareness of public health issues through public events, classic advertising means, and social media
Prescription Fitness; Bay Village, OH
Nutrition & Physical Activity Educator Intern (August 2010-December 2010)
-Developed and executed nutrition education program in local public school
-Facilitated group discussions about making healthy food choices
-Trained students about appropriate and proper exercise form
-Fostered relationships with students, parents, and administration
-Provided a variety of educational materials
Fitness Together; Brecksville, OH
Personal Trainer (May 2011-August 2011)
-Completed client assessments and outlined appropriate goals according to health needs and desires
-Developed individual specific exercise program based on client health history and future goals
-Completed regular assessment of exercise program and client progress
-Educated client on proper exercise form, warm-ups, stretching, nutrition, and healthy lifestyle tips
Presentations:
An Analysis of Food Availability on Cleveland State University’s Campus: Reality Compared to Students’ Perceptions
OPHA Combine Conference Poster Presentation, Columbus, OH (May 2013)
Thesis defense at Cleveland State University (May 2013)
Research Day 2013 at Cleveland State University (April 2013)
Skills:
-Expert nutritional environment analyst
-Up to date on trends in food psychology, nutrition, and behavioral change literature
-Trained in advanced data management in Excel as well as basic statistical analysis using SPSS
-Well-versed in identifying stake holders and initiating collaborations
-Capable teacher experienced in ...
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