Sara J.

Schoen
smuk0003@umn.edu

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science, Nutrition (DPD)
University of Minnesota
Masters of Liberal Studies, Food Policy & Education
University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Science, Conservation Biology

Anticipated Graduation December 2014

Major GPA 3.54/4.0, Overall GPA 3.17/4.0
September 2008-May 2010
Overall GPA 3.90/4.0
Graduated May 2004

University of Minnesota
NUTRITION EXPERIENCE
Gopher Football, Nutrition Intern
August 2014-present
University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Collaborate with dietitian to provide snacks/meals and nutrition information to the players, sit in on consults.
Gain understanding of sports nutrition and food operations strategies in a fast paced environment.
Minneapolis VA Medical Center, Dietetic Volunteer
June 2011-Sept 2013, Jan 2014-present
Nutrition and Food Service Department, Minneapolis, Minnesota
Educate patients on nutrient/drug interactions, update food preferences, conduct calorie counts, menu adjustments
and test tray sampling in a timely manner.
Shadow weekend dietitians and observe patient consults.
Lino Lakes Assisted Living, Educator/Volunteer
May 2013-August 2013
Lino Lakes, Minnesota
Identified menu items best suited for low sodium or diabetic diets for residents to utilize at mealtimes.
Educated residents by creating and presenting two seminars on diabetes and healthy eating.
Create Your Weight, Dietetic Volunteer
University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview, Minneapolis, Minnesota
July 2013-September 2013
Regions Hospital, St. Paul, Minnesota
July 2013-September 2013
Effectively communicated nutrition information to patients striving to lose weight. Improved upon written
communication and critical thinking skills.
Participated in numerous other nutrition-related activities:
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and Minnesota Academy Student Member
June 2012-present
Biggest Loser Annual Weight Loss Work Challenge
September 2012-November 2014
May 2014
Twin Cities Mobile Market Volunteer
October 2013-May 2014
College of Food, Agriculture, Natural Resource Sciences Mentor Program
Open Arms of Minnesota Volunteer
December 2012-May 2014
Student Organization of Nutrition and Dietetics, Vice President
April 2013-April 2014
ServSafe Food Handler Certificate
February 2014
Women, Infant & Children Farmers Market Nutrition Program Volunteer
June 2013-August 2013
Nutrition Undergrad Research Assistant, University of Minnesota
December 2010-April 2011
Physical, Healthy, Driven Program Volunteer, University YMCA
October 2010-April 2011
Shape Up! Nutrition Educator Volunteer, Peoples Center
October 2010-May 2011

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
District Administrative Manager
November 2014-present
Program/Project Specialist
June 2012-November 2014
Executive Office/Admin Specialist
February 2008-June 2012
University of Minnesota, Facilities Management
Full time employment; promoted to position of greater responsibility based on strong performance.
Managed district office operations and supervised six student administrative staff. Duties include financial
reconciliation, building security logistics, event coordination, employee training and records management.

Participated in numerous other professional skill-building activities:

University of Minnesota Community Fund Drive Lead Coordinator
International Leadership Association Member
Up! Circles Leadership Program, University of Minnesota
Womens Leadership Institute Program, University of Minnesota

September 2007-present
February 2013-February 2014
January 2011-December 2011
September 2010-August 2011