Chantel Dawson
1234 Oak Drive
Eau Claire, WI 54701
715-225-9876 • student.email@uwlax.edu
EDUCATION
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, La Crosse, WI
Bachelor of Science, Community Health Education
Minor: Nutrition
Cumulative GPA: 3.72
Dean’s List 8 semesters
December 2014
University of Ireland-Galway, Galway, Ireland
International Study Abroad Experience
Coursework in Women’s Health Issues and Violence Against Women
June 2013
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Intern
September 2013 – present
Vernon Memorial Healthcare, Viroqua, WI
• Perform biometric and bone density screenings and made individualized recommendations based on the results
• Assist with facilitation of one-on-one counseling sessions for individuals wishing to quit smoking
• Assist with restructuring the wellness program, Value My Health, by participating on the Wellness Committee
• Draft and finalize biweekly newsletters for the walking program
• Instruct swimming lessons for pre-natal women, children, and toddlers with their parents
International Undergraduate Research Assistant
May 2013 – September 2013
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, La Crosse, WI
• Applied for and received a research grant to examine the cross-cultural differences among adolescent girls in regard to
body image
• Facilitated focus groups, analyzed and interpreted data, and presented findings at a research symposium
Member
December 2011 – September 2011
Eta Sigma Gamma University of Wisconsin Chapter, La Crosse, WI
• Maintained Eta Sigma Gamma’s website and made updates as necessary
• Participate in community service projects and act as a liaison between students wishing to volunteer and local businesses
• Promoted a campaign to increase student awareness about recycling programs
Volunteer
July 2011 – January 2012
La Crosse County Health Department, Smoking Cessation for Pregnant Women Program, La Crosse, WI
• Recorded focus group discussions and transcribed them in Word documents and assisted with design and implementation
of new programs based on focus group results
• Facilitated relaxation sessions to teach women an alternative to smoking as a relaxing habit
• Prepared and delivered flyers for the promotion of ongoing program events
Project Coordinator
February 2011 – March 2011
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, Nutrition and Culture Night, La Crosse, WI
• Recruited sponsors, distributed t-shirts, and engaged in other marketing strategies to promote the event
• Coordinated the implementation of Nutrition and Culture Night by setting up booths and making phone calls to volunteers,
participants, and local businesses
• Evaluated the event by collecting and interpreting feedback surveys
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Work Crew, Office of Residence Life, La Crosse, WI
Yoga Instructor, Northern Hills Elementary, Onalaska, WI
Student Cashier, University of Wisconsin-La Crosse, La Crosse, WI
Volunteer, Onalaska School District, Onalaska, WI
Lifeguard, Eau Claire Parks and Recreation, Eau Claire, WI
May 2010-August 2011, January 2013
September 2011 – May 2012
November 2010 – May 2012
April 2011 – May 2011
June 2009 – August 2010
SKILLS
Teaching experience
Grant writing experience
Advanced, Microsoft Office Suite and Sharepoint
Typing Speed of 60+ WPM
Certified, CPR, First Aid, and AED