Resume
Education
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Master of Science in Nutrition
Cumulative GPA: 3.71
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Bachelor of Science in Applied Nutrition Science and a Minor in Psychology
Cumulative GPA: 3.28
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Took 15 course hours abroad while immersed in a new and foreign country. Was exposed to a variety of diverse cultures from places including Italy, Switzerland, Holland, Ireland, England, and Portugal.
Cumulative GPA: 3.40
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Developed nutrition educational handouts/boards
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Assisted hosting training table nutrition booths
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Communicated and collaborated with athletic staff
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Prepared pre/post-workout snacks/shakes
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Operated and facilitated the Bod Pod for student-athletes
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Observed consultations surrounding sports nutrition related topics
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Packed pre/post-game snacks for a variety of teams
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Organized and executed game-day meals for women’s basketball while traveling with the team
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Instructed a nutrition education talk to 15 Special Olympic athletes on the importance of carbohydrates, fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and hydration
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Ensured patients had an understanding of details of the menu process and department services
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Completed patient satisfaction surveys and performed New Patient Visits to rooms
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Completed mystery shopper quality assurance checks on meal tray orders by evaluating performance improvement on tray accuracy, tray temperatures and efficiency of tray passers
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Cash H, Coppola S, Evans J, Forbes C, Ford N. The Relationship Between Nutritional Habits and Overall Athletic Performance in Collegiate Football Athletes. May 1, 2015. (Poster)
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Represented the Nutrition Club at all bi-weekly Agricultural-Life Council meetings and events
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Worked with the Treasurer to secure funding by completing the College of Agriculture and Life Science Allocation process
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Attended bi-weekly Nutrition Club meetings and monthly executive meeting organizing/developing future club events
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Prepared 1-2 different healthier versions of everyday recipes each day• Researched healthy recipes
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Helped in the photographing prepared meals for the Meal Makeover Moms website
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Observed about 5 interviews dealing with relevant nutritional topics for the website’s podcast
Sports Nutrition Experience
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Interned with the University of Maryland's Sports Nutrition Department, Burlington MA Public School System, Janice Cooks, Greenbrier Healthcare, Alberjona Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, and Framingham MA WIC program
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Instructed a sports nutrition education talk to ~20, high school/college athletes and parents on basic nutrition, tips to stay hydrated, snack options, having a balanced plate, optimal fueling for performance and grocery shopping ideas
Wellness Workdays Dietetic Internship
Hingham, MA
August 2017 - April 2018
Meredith College
Raleigh, NC
August 2015 - May 2017
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North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC
August 2011 - May 2015
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John Cabot University
Rome, Italy
January - May 2014
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Philadelphia Eagles
Associate Performance
Nutrition Coordinator
February 2020 - Present
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Performance Nutrition Assistant
April 2019 - February 2020
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Sports Dietitian Fellow
Philadelphia, PA
July 2018 - April 2019
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University of Maryland
Dietetic Intern
College Park, MD
August - September 2017
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N.C. State University
Sports Nutrition Graduate Student
Raleigh, NC
January 2015 - May 2017
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American Dairy Association
North East
Sports Nutrition Advisory Panel
December 2020
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American Dairy Association
North East
Sports Nutrition Advisory Panel
November 2020
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Gatorade Sports Nutrition
Immersion Program
Philadelphia, PA
July 2018 - March 2019
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Graduate Nutrition Practicum
Raleigh, NC
January - May 2017
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Senior Nutrition
Research Symposium
Raleigh, NC
January - May 2015
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Gatorade Junior
Training Camp
Philadelphia, PA
October 2018
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Mentor Group
Melrose, MA
November 2017
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Team Sports Injury Consulting
Annapolis Junction, MD
September 2017
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Girl Scout Troop
Durham, NC
April 2017
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Duke Special Olympics
Health and Wellness Training
Durham, NC
October 2016
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American Dairy Association
North East
Sports Nutrition Advisory Panel
January 2020 - Present
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UNC Rex Healthcare
Volunteer Food and Nutrition
Management Hostess
Raleigh, NC
May - August 2016
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Nutrition Club Executive Board
Agri- Life Representative
Raleigh, NC
January - May 2015
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Meal Makeover Moms Intern
Melrose, MA
June - August 2014
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Performed dining hall tours with student-athletes
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Conducted individual nutrition consults
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Created nutrition educational handouts
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Participated as a member of multi-disciplinary high performance team
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Assisted in preparation and organization of pre/post-practice fuel for football
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Created a sports nutrition binder for coaches and operations for each team
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Helped organize home game-day fuel for football while working the sideline for the game
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Coppola S. Efforts to Maintain and Increase Overall Health and Performance for NC State’s Women’s Basketball Student Athletes Through Nutrition Practices. April 11, 2017. (Poster)
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Assisted instructing a nutrition education talk to 16 middle schooler & their mentors on basic nutrition, foods with omega 3 fatty acid, fruits, vegetables, limiting sugar & gave a smoothie demonstration with my elective dietetic internship preceptor
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Created and implement nutrition return to play soft tissue, immobilization and TBI injury protocols
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Provide individual consultations and build meal plans
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Perform body circumference testing and communicate results
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Team advance for away games
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Communicate and collaborate with performance team and culinary staff
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Implement hydration protocols and strategies
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Educate on supplement regulations
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Monitor the upkeep of fuel station; including ordering and stocking
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Prepare and organize pre/post-practice fuel
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Organize game-day fuel including the locker room and post-game meal
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Assist in player onboarding
Sports Nutrition Experience
Presentations & Speaking Engagements
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Instructed a nutrition education talk to 9, 7-9 year old, Girl Scout Troops on the importance of breakfast, fruits, vegetables, portion control, having a balanced plate, physical activity, and limiting sugar sweetened beverages with two classmates
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Instructed a sports nutrition education talk to 4 middle school football teams & coaches on the importance of carbohydrates, fruits, vegetables, protein & hydration for pre/during/post-practice
Other Nutrition Experiences
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Coppola S. Implementation of Nutrition Protocols for TBI, Soft Tissue and Immobilization Injuries. May 21, 2019. Grapevine, TX. (Poster)
Writing Engagements
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Coppola S. Fueling Optimal Sports Performance - Tips from a Pro Sports Dietitian. April 21, 2020. (Article)
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Presented a sports nutrition education webinar for high school coaches on the role of protein in the diet, protein requirements, protein timing, building a performance plate, post-game/practice nutrition, high protein snacks and supplements
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Presented a nutrition education video on how to build three different high protein snacks including overnight oats, chia seed pudding and create your own trail mix
ORGANIZATIONS
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American Dairy Association North East - Sports Nutrition Advisory Panel January 2020-Present
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CPSDA 2015-Present
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Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics 2015-Present
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Nutrition Graduate Student Association 2015-2017
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Nutrition Club 2013-2015
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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NFL Combine February 2020
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8th, 10th, 11th & 12th CPSDA Annual Conference May 2016, 2018-2020
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NCDA Legislative Day April 2013, March 2017
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CPSDA Sports Nutrition Boot Camp February 2016
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Nancy Clark Sports Nutrition Workshop January 2016