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Sports RD Academy
Sports RD Academy
During the spring semester of 2020, with classes moving online due to the COVID pandemic, I decided to enroll in an online Sports Registered Dietitian Academy. Being involved in sports most of my life, I have always had a passion for sports nutrition and its role in athletic performance. Since that was not a major focus in any of my studies at Concordia, I wanted to pursue this further. Reilly Beatty and Casey Thomas are two dietitians that started the Sports RD Academy, and they both work with athletes. The program that they have developed educates student athletes on the importance of essential nutrients—specifically carbohydrates, proteins, fats, micronutrients, and hydration—on the overall health and well-being of the athlete. I hope to someday work with athletes and their nutritional well-being as it relates to their performance, and the Sports RD Academy has created a great starting foundation for that.
During the spring semester of 2020, with classes moving online due to the COVID pandemic, I decided to enroll in an online Sports Registered Dietitian Academy. Being involved in sports most of my life, I have always had a passion for sports nutrition and its role in athletic performance. Since that was not a major focus in any of my studies at Concordia, I wanted to pursue this further. Reilly Beatty and Casey Thomas are two dietitians that started the Sports RD Academy, and they both work with athletes. The program that they have developed educates student athletes on the importance of essential nutrients—specifically carbohydrates, proteins, fats, micronutrients, and hydration—on the overall health and well-being of the athlete. I hope to someday work with athletes and their nutritional well-being as it relates to their performance, and the Sports RD Academy has created a great starting foundation for that.
Student Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics
Student Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics
While at Concordia, I have been a member of Student Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (SAND). During the 2020-2021 school year, I served as secretary for SAND. In this role, I took attendance and sent reminder emails to members about upcoming SAND events. I attended meetings where I had the opportunity to meet, listen to, and learn from many Registered Dietitians throughout the area. SAND has increased my understanding of the importance of nutrition and dietetics in food service, hospitals, and communities.
While at Concordia, I have been a member of Student Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (SAND). During the 2020-2021 school year, I served as secretary for SAND. In this role, I took attendance and sent reminder emails to members about upcoming SAND events. I attended meetings where I had the opportunity to meet, listen to, and learn from many Registered Dietitians throughout the area. SAND has increased my understanding of the importance of nutrition and dietetics in food service, hospitals, and communities.
Concordia Nutrition students attending FNCE.
RD Mentorship Program
RD Mentorship Program
Starting my senior year of 2020, I was selected to take part in a Registered Dietitian mentorship program. I was paired up with Kim Feeney (MS, RD, CSSD, LD, CSCS), who works for the US Air Force, preparing those going into the special forces. Her focus is on the accelerated nutritional and metabolic demands of those entering extreme environments. Under Kim's guidance, I started a project after a thorough literature review that resulted in practice guidelines/handouts on the impact that nutrition plays in the cognitive status of college-aged students. During this project, I have developed skills related to reading and analyzing research, compiling and organizing data, and producing solid, best practice guidelines.
Starting my senior year of 2020, I was selected to take part in a Registered Dietitian mentorship program. I was paired up with Kim Feeney (MS, RD, CSSD, LD, CSCS), who works for the US Air Force, preparing those going into the special forces. Her focus is on the accelerated nutritional and metabolic demands of those entering extreme environments. Under Kim's guidance, I started a project after a thorough literature review that resulted in practice guidelines/handouts on the impact that nutrition plays in the cognitive status of college-aged students. During this project, I have developed skills related to reading and analyzing research, compiling and organizing data, and producing solid, best practice guidelines.
Exercise is Medicine Board Member
Exercise is Medicine Board Member
Throughout my years at Concordia College, I was involved in a variety of student clubs, one of which was the Exercise Science Club. And for the past two years, I have served as a board member. One of the many events that I was tasked with organizing was during "Exercise is Medicine" Week. This week focused on getting the campus involved in events that stressed the importance of exercise and its benefits on the body. Events included a 5k, yoga sessions, and push-up challenges, just to name a few. Having the knowledge and background in the areas of both exercise and nutrition will give me an excellent foundation to explore options in the field of nutrition.
Throughout my years at Concordia College, I was involved in a variety of student clubs, one of which was the Exercise Science Club. And for the past two years, I have served as a board member. One of the many events that I was tasked with organizing was during "Exercise is Medicine" Week. This week focused on getting the campus involved in events that stressed the importance of exercise and its benefits on the body. Events included a 5k, yoga sessions, and push-up challenges, just to name a few. Having the knowledge and background in the areas of both exercise and nutrition will give me an excellent foundation to explore options in the field of nutrition.
Concordia Softball Team after finishing 6-4 in Florida during our tournament series in March.
Concordia Softball Team Captain
Concordia Softball Team Captain
(Fall 2019 - Spring 2021)
(Fall 2019 - Spring 2021)
In my junior year and seniors years at Concordia College, I was honored to be selected as one of the team captains for the Concordia softball team. Being a captain has taught me the importance of leading by example; dealing with times of conflict and controversy, optimism and success; and pushing my teammates with constructive criticism and compassionate encouragement to better themselves on and off the field. In this role, I have been fortunate to help lead a team with a special connection and bond that extends far beyond the softball diamond.
In my junior year and seniors years at Concordia College, I was honored to be selected as one of the team captains for the Concordia softball team. Being a captain has taught me the importance of leading by example; dealing with times of conflict and controversy, optimism and success; and pushing my teammates with constructive criticism and compassionate encouragement to better themselves on and off the field. In this role, I have been fortunate to help lead a team with a special connection and bond that extends far beyond the softball diamond.
Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo
Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo
In October of 2019, I had a great experience attending the Food and Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE) in Philadelphia. Over the course of three days, I attended many educational sessions that focused on multiple different topics within the field of food and nutrition. It was a unique opportunity for me to learn about and explore the different dietetic routes that one could pursue, and it was quite an eye-opener for me to network with fellow professionals in the world of food and nutrition, gain insight into the latest trends and research in the field, and just get more excited about the potential for my future.
In October of 2019, I had a great experience attending the Food and Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE) in Philadelphia. Over the course of three days, I attended many educational sessions that focused on multiple different topics within the field of food and nutrition. It was a unique opportunity for me to learn about and explore the different dietetic routes that one could pursue, and it was quite an eye-opener for me to network with fellow professionals in the world of food and nutrition, gain insight into the latest trends and research in the field, and just get more excited about the potential for my future.
Enjoying the many activities provided at FNCE with Concordia nutrition classmates!
Enjoying some local cuisine in Costa Rica. This dish has shark with plantains, rice, and beans.
Costa Rica Physical Therapy Shadowing
Costa Rica Physical Therapy Shadowing
In the winter of 2018, I was able to travel to Costa Rica for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that involved shadowing physical therapists in a variety of job settings. I, along with a group of other students from across the United States, was provided with 40 hours of hands on shadowing and educational opportunities with physical therapists. While I went on this adventure to explore my options in the field of physical therapy, I was drawn to the nutritional aspects and issues of the clients that I was able to work and interact with, which planted a seed in my mind that nutrition might be an intriguing career that I wanted to pursue.
In the winter of 2018, I was able to travel to Costa Rica for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that involved shadowing physical therapists in a variety of job settings. I, along with a group of other students from across the United States, was provided with 40 hours of hands on shadowing and educational opportunities with physical therapists. While I went on this adventure to explore my options in the field of physical therapy, I was drawn to the nutritional aspects and issues of the clients that I was able to work and interact with, which planted a seed in my mind that nutrition might be an intriguing career that I wanted to pursue.
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