EMILY R.

WALKER
Permanent Address: 1538 Hawthorne Lane, Glenview Illinois 60025
Cell: 847-636-7719 Email: emily.walker0222@gmail.com

EDUCATION___________________________________________________________________________________________
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelors of Food Science and Human Nutrition
Concentration: Dietetics

Expected Graduation Date; May 2015

GPA 3.80/4.0

EXPERIENCE___________________________________________________________________________________________
Topco Associates, LLC
Elk Grove Village, IL
Regulatory and Nutrition Intern, Quality Assurance Department
June 2014-August 2014
Collaborated with a team of four registered dietitians to ensure labeling on food products was in compliance with
FDA standards. Updated over 200 food products NuVal scores for NuVal 2.0.
Participated in a variety of webinars on current issues in the food and nutrition industry; including the FDAs
public meeting on proposed changes to the nutrition facts panel, and issues surrounding mandated GMO
labeling.
University of Illinois Dietetics Department
Champaign, IL
Social Media Assistant
January 2014-Present
Operate the University of Illinois Dietetics Program Facebook page. Post several updates a week on topics
including issues in nutrition, current events at Illinois, student and alumnis achievements, and volunteer opportunities.
Cynthia Sass: RD, MPH, CSSD, MA
Online/Phone
Intern
May 2013-September 2013
Conducted literature review to analyze and determine the current scientific evidence regarding: telomere length
and diet, Vitamin D and weight loss, and fiber and disease prevention.
University of Illinois Neurocognitive Kinesiology Laboratory
Urbana, IL
Research Assistant to Dr. Naiman Khan
August 2013-Present
Enter and evaluate 120 participants diet records using Nutritionist Pro and NDSR. Combine information from
data and assist in summarizing findings on correlations between participants diets and brain function.
Firehaus Bar and Restaurant
Champaign, IL
Bartender and Server
February 2013-Present
Exchange feedback with managers on methods to optimize service, pricing, and success; Promoted from server to
bartender in 6 months. Practice proper food handling and sanitation procedures.
Presence Covenant Medical Center
Urbana, IL
Dietetic Department Volunteer
January 2013-August 2013
Performed several duties to assist clinical dietitians; created educational handouts, calculated nutritional
information in recipes, customized menus for specific diets. Interacted with inpatients by performing meal rounds.

ACTIVITIES_____________________________________________________________________________________________________
NutriImpact, Media and Communications Chair
Spread nutrition education in the community by facilitating events that inform populations in need. Operate the
organizations Facebook page and Weebly website. Post weekly updates on upcoming events and opportunities.
Student Dietetic Association
Network with dietetic professionals in the community. Promote nutrition education and wellness by partaking
in health fairs and elementary education programs.
Delta Delta Delta Sorority, 2013 Social Chair
Organized and coordinated social events for sororitys members. Responsible for managing finances, planning and
executing 1-2 events per week during the academic year.
ACADEMIC HONORS____________________________________________________________________________________________
National Society of Collegiate Scholars
Sigma Alpha Lambda Honor Society
Deans List, Fall 2011, Spring 2012, Spring 2013, Spring 2014, Fall 2014

CERTIFICATIONS&MEMBERHIPS______________________________________________________________________
National Registry of Food Safety Professionals Certified Food Safety Manager
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

October 2013-Present
September 2012-Present