Name: |
Melanie Melashenko |
From: |
Omaha, Nebraska |
Email: |
melanie@huskers.unl.edu |
LinkedIn: |
https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanie-melashenko-5a0aa0109 |
Degree pursuing: |
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition & Dietetics |
Project: |
Development and evaluation of a web-based interactive curriculum for educating child care teachers about healthful eating strategies for preschool children. |
Skills Acquired: |
I intend to learn many research skills including but not limited to literature review and translating research to practice. |
Future Goals: |
To positively impact the families of young children by empowering them to make healthy choices through nutrition education and encouragement. |
How will the project experience help you achieve your future career goals? |
By broadening my ability to apply scientific principles to the population I am most interested in exposure to relevant research. |
Top 3 strengths that contribute to the project: |
Determination, dedication and enthusiasm |
Fun Fact: |
I have a three-legged orange tabby named Princess Peach and a calico named Sugarloaf. |