Zari Gabrielle Johnson

zgjohnso@uncg.edu
310-353-6053

Education
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro NC May 2019
Bachelor of Science, Nutrition and Dietetics, Cumulative GPA: 3.52

Work Experience
University of North Carolina at Greensboro, Greensboro, NC August 2018 – Present
Undergrad Researcher – Investigating the impact of processing on nutrients and bioactive compounds in
donor human milk
 Labeling microtubes and sample cups for milk samples
 Intaking the frozen shipments from milk banks to thaw, mix, and aliquot the samples
 Assisting with “blinding” samples for fat testing
 Researching information about milk storage bags to ultimately aid with the handling of donor samples
Leonard J. Kaplan Center for Wellness, Greensboro, NC August 2016- Present
Group Fitness Instructor
 Leading, instructing, and motivating individuals in group exercise activities
 Preparing and practicing content prior to instructing for an effective class
 Engaging with patrons by answering questions and ensuring that safety is first priority
 Maintaining a positive group exercise essence for class participants to further build rapport

Volunteer Experience
Cooperative Extension Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program, Greensboro, NC June 2018 - Present
Intern
 Teaching and implementing basic nutrition-based education to various populations
 Collaborating with other disciplines and organizations for ideas to promote local foods, food safety, and food
preservations
 Analyzing and filing participant data to determine program effectiveness
 Filming and posting videos on EFNEP’s social media platforms on various nutrition topics
 Designing a final project that addresses youth and nutrition
Transcend Nutrition, Charlotte, NC June 2018 – September 2018
Intern
 Independently executed health fairs in various cities promoting Transend’s nutrition counseling services
 Observed counseling sessions from a Registered Dietician with a client
 Utilized marketing platforms like MailChimp to share emails with clientele and other interested parties
 Learned essential marketing skills on running a successful nutrition private practice
Garden School Foundation, Los Angeles, CA
Intern June 2017- August 2017
 Participated in hands-on, practical experience in soil building for healthy crops
 Led diverse group of children teaching cooking classes for vegan-based meals
 Designed and completed a garden based project emphasizing the importance nutrition education
 Featured as star intern for Garden School Foundation blog
 Leadership Activities
Nutrition Club, UNCG, Greensboro, NC
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Representative April 2016 - September 2016
 Updated club members on the latest news the Academy released
 Created and sent out announcements regarding student membership of the Academy

Hall Council, UNCG, Phillip Hawkins Hall, Greensboro, NC

Intramural Chair August 2015 - January 2016
 Encouraged and promoted healthy living, exercise, and athletics within the hall
 Coordinated sports events, attendance, and teams within the hall

Memberships & Certifications

 Health and Human Sciences Honor Society – Kappa Omicron Nu April 2018 – Present
 Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics – Student Member April 2016 – Present
 UNCG Nutrition Club August 2015 – Present
 Les Mills International - BodyPump March 2017 – Present
 NETA – Kettlebell April 2017 – Present