LAUREN

HOOVER

215 N. Main St. Apt. 2A | Oxford, Ohio 45056
hooverla@miamioh.edu | (614) 439-1089
Professional Portfolio: www.lauren-hoover.weebly.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/laurenhoover/

EDUCATION____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Miami University, Oxford, Ohio








May 2017
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Health
Major: Dietetics
Cumulative GPA: 3.77
DPD Science GPA: 3.53

DPD Professional GPA: 3.88
Awards: RedHawk Excellence Scholarship, Athletic Scholarship, Deans List 3 semesters

ATHLETICS____________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Division I Varsity Cross Country and Track and Field, Miami University


Fall 2013-present
Commit 20 hours of training and practice a week while carrying a full course load
Achieved Academic All-MAC due to GPA and varsity position
Qualified for MAC indoor and outdoor track meet by posting a top 20 performance
Member of MAC Championship cross country team in 2013

COMMUNITY___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program, St. Stephens WIC, Columbus, Ohio

Summer 2016
Student Intern
Collaborated with Registered Dietitians to identify nutritional risks, perform necessary anthropometric
measurements, and provide nutrition counseling to low-income families
Counseled new clients on nutritional risks, such as slow growth, improper eating habits, and low iron,
implementing VENA techniques and completing Nutrition Care Plans using the SOAP format
Wrote article for WIC Week Newsletter in regards to maternal micronutrient intake and preterm delivery
Operated the WIC program database to chart client information and load food benefits
Developed nutrition education materials such as hand-out modules and bulletin boards for clients
Attended and observed a breastfeeding class, weekly staff meetings, and assisted educating clients at
annual WIC program Farmers Market

RESEARCH______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Human Subject Research at the Knolls of Oxford Retirement Community

Fall 2017
Research Assistant
Work with Dr. Kyle Timmerman in the Kinesiology Department to collect three-day diet logs for over 80
subjects, 65 years of age or older
Analyze diet logs using the application Food Processor
Collaborative Institute Training Initiative (CITI) certified, which is required to participate in human
subject research at Miami University
The Umbra Institute, Perugia, Italy







Summer 2016
Study Abroad Student
Studied elements of Mediterranean diet during five-week program in small Italian town
Collected observations from local cafs, markets, farms, and wineries to determine components of Italian
diet and researched their nutritional importance
Interviewed locals and small business owners about slow food culture and sustainability

FOOD SERVICE_________________________________________________________________________________________________________
The Ohio State University Dining Services, Columbus, Ohio



Winter 2015
Dietitian Shadow

Worked with the Asst. Director of Nutrition on performing a nutritional audit and researching social
media methods
Observed a Student Life Wellness Collaborative meeting, listening to proposed initiatives to improve
campus wellness
Mount Carmel West Hospital, Columbus, Ohio





Summer 2015
Nutrition Services Volunteer
Interacted with patients by delivering food trays and communicating with Diet Office about patient
concerns
Prepared boxed lunches for patients in hospital kitchen; implemented food safety techniques

CLINICAL________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Nationwide Childrens Hospital, Columbus, Ohio





Summer 2014
Pediatric Surgeon Shadow
Studied numerous Pediatric Surgeons including Dr. Denis King, Dr. Brian Kenney, and Dr. Steven Teich in
both the operating room and the clinic
Observed approximately 20 hours of various surgical procedures as well as communications with patients,
family members, and other healthcare professionals

PAID WORK EXPERIENCE____________________________________________________________________________________________
City of Hilliard, Hilliard, Ohio






Summers 2011- 2015
Lead Lifeguard
Awarded the Outstanding Lead Lifeguard of 2015 out of 120 lifeguards by Aquatics Supervisor
Certified in Adult and Child First-Aid, CPR and AED by the American Heart Association
Resolved customer issues, interacted with patrons, performed first aid and contacted EMS services as
needed
Swim Lesson Supervisor/Instructor
Promoted to Swim Lessons Supervisor to give feedback to instructors, implement creative lessons,
communicate with parents, and organize daily class assignments
Taught swimming fundamentals to all ages 12 hours a week

PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS AND ORGANIZATIONS_________________________________________________________
RedHawk Council, Executive Committee






2015-present
Chosen by coaches to represent the Womens Cross Country team on a student-athlete council
Discuss issues relevant to current student-athletes, while interacting with Miami faculty, coaches and
athletes to find solutions
Summarize bi-monthly meeting information and communicated to teammates upcoming events and other
expectations
Student Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Member




2014-present
Mentor underclassmen on scheduling, networking opportunities, study techniques, and time management
Volunteer in Sports Nutrition Workshops; taught athletes to prepare healthful meals and adopt nutritional
eating habits
Swoops Stoop, Visit Coordinator, Executive Board





2014-present
Lead an organization that focuses on providing support to patients of the hospital by planning fundraising
activities, hospital visits, and other events
Communicate with Cincinnati Childrens Hospital to coordinate monthly visits from student athletes
Contribute to bi-monthly meetings with Executive Board members on fundraising ideas, marketing
strategies, goals, and expectations
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Member




Spring 2016-present
Maintain knowledge of current nutrition research and policy, and utilize eNCPT

CERTIFICATIONS______________________________________________________________________________________________________
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation and Automated External Defibrillator (CPR/AED)
Collaborative Institute Training Initiative (CITI)