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SDSU Extension Nutrition AssistantOffice Building
Off-CampusMailing Address
SDSU Extension Roberts County Office11921 BIA 700
Sisseton, SD 57262
Biography
I have worked for SDSU Extension for 15 years, seven years in Grant County, 8 years in Roberts County.I was born in Australia, raised in Oregon, and have now lived in the great state of South Dakota for thirty-three years. I live on a farm with my husband Michael and am the mother of three children, Robert, age 30, Allen, Age 29, and Melinda, Age 25, a son-in-law, Dan, and an adorable 10 month old grandson, Brian. I love paint-by- number, playing the piano, and vintage travel trailers.
Education
Studied in Portland Oregon and have Dietetic Assistant Certification and Serve Safe certification. Also National Nutrition Paraprofessional Certification.Academic Interests
NutritionCommittee Activities
I am currently serving on the Health Literacy committee for National Health Outreach.Extension Responsibilities
I am a Nutrition Assistant with the EFNEP and SNAP-Ed programs. I teach basic nutrition, food safety, food resource management, and physical activity to low income adults, senior citizens, and youth.Awards and Honors
In May, 2013 I received the honor of Career Service Employee of the Month.Work Experience
Have worked in the food service industry prior to appointment with SDSU Extension.Director of Nutrition Services in long term health care.
Department(s)
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SDSU Extension
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School of Health and Consumer Sciences