Sarah V.

Leahy
60 Michele Dr. Rocky Hill, CT 06067 (860) 857-1902
Sarahvleahy@gmail.com

Education

University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT

Bachelor of Science, Dietetics, GPA: 3.7/4.0, May 2015
School of Agriculture, Health and Natural Resources Deans List: Spring 2012- Fall
2014

Honors and Scholarships

University of Connecticut 2014 New England Scholar
University of Connecticut 2013 Babbidge Scholar
Martha Ludemann Memorial Scholarship, Fall 2014
Polly Fitz Creative Leadership Scholarship, Fall 2014

Certification

CPR/AED Certified for Health Providers, Code One Training Solutions, East Hartford, CT,
August 2013
Certified Professional Food Manager (CPFM), University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT,
May 2013

Internship
Husky Programs, University of Connecticut Center for Public Heath and Health Policy, East
Hartford, CT
Student Coordinator
Fall 2012Dec. 2014
Husky Scholar Intern
Summer 2012
Provided nutrition education and advocated for how to make healthy lifestyle choices
across the lifespan among urban populations
Developed lesson plans and programs for parents with young children and teach them
about the importance of making proper nutrition choices
Completed the Healthier Hartford Research Project, which investigated food insecurities
related to Hartford being a food desert and purposed community alternatives
Took on a leadership role as a student coordinator organizing interns schedules, creating
lesson plans, and coordinating with community sites

Independent Study
Johnson Memorial Hospital, Stafford Spring, CT, Student Assistant,
Fall
2013- Spring 2014
Collaborated with registered dietitian, head chef, food service director and nutritional aids
to analyze recipes, nutrients and patients menu using FoodWorks computer analysis
program
Made changes to patient menus and recipes based on patients diet orders including
sodium restrictions, diabetic diet, along with food intolerances and allergies

Clinical Experience

Hospital for Special Care, New Britain, CT

Spring 2015
Developed nutrition diagnoses for patients in order to advocate for patients nutritional
needs in Sub-acute Rehabilitation, Pediatrics, and Observation Care units
Old Saybrook Public Schools, Old Saybrook, CT
Spring 2015
Worked with the food service director to learn and implement National School Breakfast
and Lunch programs

Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center, East Hartford, CT

Fall 2014
Worked with food service director to plan, cook and implement a theme meal for residents
of the facility
UConn Health Center, Farmington, CT,
Fall 2014
Interacted and observed patients under the supervision of RD to expand knowledge of
medical nutrition therapies as related to patient population on Surgery, Cardiac, Oncology
and Intensive Care units.
Snap-Education Community Nutrition, Storrs, CT
Spring 2014-Fall
2014
Community-based nutrition education, which included lesson planning, developing
recipes/handouts, and engaging with individuals from a variety of different communities.
Traveled across the state of Connecticut to different locations including WIC clinics, food
pantries, FoodShare Mobile, schools, HeadStart Preschools.
Assisted with the implementation of Cooking Matters grocery store tours at Shop Rite in
East Hartford and Manchester, CT
Johnson Memorial Hospital, Stafford Spring, CT, Acute care,
Spring
2014
Manchester Memorial Hospital, Manchester, CT, Acute Care
Spring
2014
Evergreen Health Care Center, Stafford Springs, CT Long-term and Sub-acute Rehabilitation
Fall 2013

Work Experience
Institute of Material Science Accounting Office, University of Connecticut Storrs, CT
Student Assistant
July 2011Dec. 2014
Bookkeeping student assistance, organize and arrange critical information for both state
and federal grants
Munsons Chocolate, Newington CT,
Sales Associate
August
2008-Present
Holds key leadership position, responsible for opening and closing of the store and major
financial transactions

Affiliations/Memberships
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics,
February 2015
Nutritional Science Club, University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT, Treasurer, CFO,
2012-2013

Volunteer Experience
Step out: Walk to Stop Diabetes with the American Diabetes Association, Storrs, CT
Fall 2012
Hartford Summer Lunch program at Hartford Public Library, Hartford, CT
Summer 2012 and 2013
Habitat for Humanity, New Orleans, Louisiana
February 2010
Responsible for fundraising and helped rebuild homes

Skills
Computer: Foodworks Nutrient Analysis programing, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint and Excel