Alysia Vega

104 Linden Avenue, Verona, NJ 07044 | amvega@udel.edu | 973-934-7235 | Instagram: @eatsbyalys

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EDUCATION
University of Delaware Newark, DE
Bachelor of Science in Dietetics, Honors Degree with Distinction Expected Graduation: June 2019
Major: Dietetics Minor: Business Administration Overall GPA: 3.99, Science GPA: 3.97

HONORS AND AWARDS

• Undergraduate Research Conference and Travel Expense Award October 2018
• Louise Little Award September 2018
• Sills David & Norma Scholarship July 2018
• Dean’s List December 2015-December 2018
• General Honors Award November 2017
• Merit Scholarship February 2015

RESEARCH
Senior Honors Thesis Newark, DE
Presentations: Expected: April 2019
• Vega A, Robson SM, Ziegler M, Zion C, Stark LJ. (2018, October). The Relationship Between Physical Activity and
Diet Quality in Preschool Children with Obesity. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Food and Nutrition
Conference and Expo; Washington D.C.

Energy Balance and Nutrition Laboratory Newark, DE

Undergraduate Research Assistant September 2016-present
• Assist with participant recruitment and study eligibility screening for a family-based obesity prevention study
investigating the energy density approach as a way to improve diet quality in preschool children and their
parents
• Conduct anthropometric measurements for children and adults
• Child interventionist for a behavioral obesity prevention intervention focused on using behavior modification
strategies such as positive reinforcement and goal setting
• Assist with dietary assessments using Nutrition Data Systems for Research (NDSR)

NUTRITION-RELATED EXPERIENCE
Green Hill LLC West Orange, NJ
Dietary Aide January 2019-Febuary 2019
• Responsible for setting up the tray line, patient room deliveries, as well as the set up and clean up of the kitchen
and dining rooms
• Prepared and served meals based on patients’ prescribed diet orders, including puree meals, in different dining
rooms
• Adhered to proper food safety procedures at all times including temperature checking all food served

St Francis Hospital Newark, DE

Dietetic Volunteer September 2018-present
• Assist a registered dietitian nutritionist with anthropometric measures and 24-hour dietary recalls in patients
preparing for bariatric surgery
• Deliver nutrition education about post bariatric surgery dietary requirements to patients
• Create handouts, goodie bags for community events, and posters
National Council of Jewish Women New York Manhattan, NY
Nutrition Volunteer August 2018
• Coordinated with the NCJW-NY to run a nutrition table for their annual Back to School Store
• Educated children and parents about sugar sweetened beverages, provided healthier alternatives, and created
healthy recipes to distribute to community members

Tracy Lockwood Nutrition Manhattan, NY

Nutrition Intern May 2018-present
• Complete recipe development and analysis
• Write evidence-based nutrition articles on various topics (e.g. farmer’s market tips, important nutrients for
infants) for the lay public

University of Delaware, College of Health Sciences Newark, DE

Teaching Assistant, NTDT200: Nutrition Concepts February 2018-May 2018
• Graded diet analysis projects where undergraduate students analyzed their daily diet quality
• Proctored exams and answered undergraduate student questions

Cooperative Extension Newark, DE

4-H Healthy Living Ambassador February 2018-present
• Trained as a 4-H healthy living ambassador; promoter of holistic healthy living
• Provide interactive nutrition lessons to children on information such as meeting My Plate recommendations, the
macronutrient food groups, and nutrient content of different foods

Chilton Medical Center Pompton Plains, NJ

Dietetic Volunteer May-August 2017, 2018
Volunteered under the supervision of Dina Hulbert, RD, CDE
• Observed and participated in leading nutrition assessments, diet education and 24-hour dietary recalls
• Participated in the teaching of cardiac and diabetes classes
• Visited hospital patient rooms to help collect meal orders
• Spent time in the kitchen restocking food, light food preparation, and preparing patient trays
• Completed nutrient analysis of different recipes and created educational handouts

University of Delaware Office for Academic Success Newark, DE

Tutor September 2016-present
• Work with undergraduate students in the fields of math, science and nutrition related to homework questions
and reviewing exam material
• Hold weekly drop-in tutoring sessions including 2-15 students to review math, science, and nutrition information

PRACTICUM
Union Hospital September 2017-December 2017
• Attended rounds with the dietitian and the interdisciplinary team for the intensive care unit
• Analyzed patient electronic medical records, looking at lab values, medications, past medical history and
treatment plans
• Engaged with patients while observing nutrition support tasks (e.g. changing of an ileostomy bag, checking for
residuals in a nutrition support patient, etc.)

University of Delaware Dining Hall’s September 2017-December 2017

• Prepared meals doing tasks such as chopping onions, frying chicken, grilling burgers, and making pizzas
• Made student trays and served students using set serving size utensils
• Worked on a deli line making sandwiches for students
 ACTIVITIES AND MEMBERSHIPS
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND), Student Member ID: 86087371 October 2015-present
• FNCE and Public Policy Workshop Attendee, October 2018
Nutrition and Disabilities Club, Treasurer May 2018-present
• Refund members for money spent on supplies for the club
• Aid in planning presentations and cooking demos for individuals with disabilities
University of Delaware Alternative Breaks October 2017-May 2018
• Participated in a service trip to Jinotega, Nicaragua where a house was built for a family
National Society of Collegiate Scholars January 2016-present
Blue Hen Ambassador December 2015- May 2016
• Conducted tours for prospective students and families and assisted with open houses
Delaware Diplomats September 2015-May 2016
• Attended globally focused events on campus and interacted with students from around the world
University of Delaware Nutrition Club September 2015-present
• Health Fair Co-Chair from May 2016-May 2017
o Planned and organized the University of Delaware’s Annual Nutrition Club Health Fair
• Healthy Habits Presenter, November 2015
o Presented to Phi Gamma Delta about adequate nutrition and the importance of making healthy choices

CERTIFICATIONS
• ServSafe Food Protection Manager, National Restaurant Association
• Human Subjects Protection: Social, Behavioral Educational Focus Stage 1, CITI
• Human Subjects Protection: Biomedical Focus Stage 1, CITI