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
North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC
August 2011 - May 2015
John Cabot University
Rome, Italy
January - May 2014
Philadelphia Eagles
Associate Performance
Nutrition Coordinator
February 2020 - Present
Performance Nutrition Assistant
April 2019 - February 2020
Sports Dietitian Fellow
Philadelphia, PA
July 2018 - April 2019
University of Maryland
Dietetic Intern
College Park, MD
August - September 2017
N.C. State University
Sports Nutrition Graduate Student
Raleigh, NC
January 2015 - May 2017
American Dairy Association
North East
Sports Nutrition Advisory Panel
December 2020
American Dairy Association
North East
Sports Nutrition Advisory Panel
November 2020
Gatorade Sports Nutrition
Immersion Program
Philadelphia, PA
July 2018 - March 2019
Graduate Nutrition Practicum
Raleigh, NC
January - May 2017
Senior Nutrition
Research Symposium
Raleigh, NC
January - May 2015
Gatorade Junior
Training Camp
Philadelphia, PA
October 2018
Mentor Group
Melrose, MA
November 2017
Team Sports Injury Consulting
Annapolis Junction, MD
September 2017
Girl Scout Troop
Durham, NC
April 2017
Duke Special Olympics
Health and Wellness Training
Durham, NC
October 2016
American Dairy Association
North East
Sports Nutrition Advisory Panel
January 2020 - Present
UNC Rex Healthcare
Volunteer Food and Nutrition
Management Hostess
Raleigh, NC
May - August 2016
Nutrition Club Executive Board
Agri- Life Representative
Raleigh, NC
January - May 2015
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