Sarah Hilgers-Greterman, M.S.
School Address
E. Morrow Lebedeff Hall Room 351
Department of Health, Nutrition, & Exercise Sciences
College of Human Development and Education
North Dakota State University
1310 Centennial Blvd.
Fargo, ND 58102
(701)-231-8494
Sarah.Greterman@ndsu.edu
Education
North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND
Currently Pursuing
Doctor of Philosophy in Human Development and Education -Wellness
Advisor: Dr. Gary Liguori
North Dakota State University, Fargo, ND
December 2009
Master of Science in Health, Nutrition, and Exercise Sciences
Thesis: The effects of strength, power and genu valgum following a five week training program with wholebody vibration
Advisor: Dr. Bryan Christensen
Minnesota State University Moorhead, Moorhead, MN
Fall 2006
Exercise Science prerequisite courses
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Green Bay, WI
May 2004
B.S.: Human Biology
Minor: Psychology
International Exchange at Manchester Metropolitan University, Manchester, England
Fall 2003
Teaching Experience
North Dakota State University
Wellness Lecturer, Spring 2012-Present
Instructor, Graduate Teaching Assistant, Spring 2010-Fall 2011
HNES 100 – Concepts of Fitness and Wellness (Undergraduate)
- Course development, organization and instruction
- Class sizes of 300-375 students
- Teaching and implementation of all dimensions of wellness
- Organization and structuring of physical activity labs
- Direct, manage and supervise adjunct physical activity instructors
HNES 111 – Wellness (Undergraduate)
- Course development, organization and instruction
- Class sizes of 120-190
- Teaching and implementation of all dimensions of wellness
- Organization and structuring of tutorials
- Community involvement with guest speakers
North Dakota State University, Graduate Teaching Assistant
HNES 170 – Introduction to Exercise Sciences (Undergraduate; Fall 2011)
- Assisted in entering of grades and monitoring of tests and exams
HNES 368 – Biomechanics of Exercise (Undergraduate; Spring 2010)
- Assisted with entering grades, lab supervision and use of Dartfish motion analysis software
North Dakota State University, Guest Lecturer
HNES 111 – Wellness (Spring 2010)
- Taught lectures on sexual health and infectious diseases
Research Experience
North Dakota State University, Graduate Research Assistant (Fall 2007-Present)
Athletic Republic/Frappier Acceleration
- Sport specific training development, implementation and evaluation
- Oversaw data collection of athletes averaging 10-19 years of age
- Managed overall structure of training programs
- Fitness, strength and metabolic testing
Creatine Supplement and Strength Training Project – Objective evaluation of changes in strength
among women following a double blind, 12 week training program with or without creatine
supplementation
- Developed warm-up for all testing and training sessions
- Involved in the design of strength testing and training protocols
- Served as an active personal trainer during training sessions
- Administration of nutrition evaluations and supplementation
Reserve Officer Training Corps Project – Longitudinal tracking of aerobic and anaerobic fitness
markers in Army ROTC Cadets
- Involved in study design and logistic development
- Assisted in managing all testing sessions and data collection protocols
- Organized and managed the participation schedule
- Assisted in project data collection
Whole-body Vibration Training Projects – Two separate Projects
A. Objective evaluation of strength, power and genu valgum following a five-week training program
with and without whole-body vibration
B. Cross-sectional objective assessment of changes in vertical jump height following an acute bout
of whole-body vibration
- Principle investigator involved in study design and logistic development
- Organized and implemented the entire participant recruitment process
- Developed all testing and training protocols
- Managed and oversaw all testing and training sessions
- Conducted all data collection and statistical analysis
- Responsible for manuscript preparation and composition for the project
Livestrong Cancer Project – Longitudinal objective physical activity and quality of life assessment of
cancer survivors involved in the LIVESTRONG Cancer Survivor Program
- Project leader coordinating assessments with the LIVESTRONG Program
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Involved in study design and logistic development
Responsible for participation recruitment and data collection
Managed and organized all cohorts and schedule of administration
Assisted in abstract preparation for conference presentation
Preschool Physical Activity Pilot Project – Cross-sectional analysis of physical activity levels in
children aged 3-5 years enrolled in childcare
- Involved in study design and logistic development
- Assisted in data collection
Presentations
Hilgers-Greterman, S., Redenius, N., Frost, J., Schuna, J., Klika, R., & Liguori, G. (2012). Changes in sedentary time
and physical activity of LIVESTRONG cancer survivor program participants. Presented at the Northland Chapter
of the American College of Sports Medicine Conference in St. Paul, Minnesota, USA
Hilgers, S. & Christensen, B. (2011). Examination of acute whole-body vibration on maximal vertical jump height
in collegiate volleyball athletes. Presented at the International Society of Biomechanics in Sport
conference in Porto, Portugal.
Christensen, B., Hilgers, S., Schuna, Jr., J., Radenic, C., Krebsbach, K., Terbizan, D., Tucker, J., Manikowske, T.,
& Liguori, G. (2011). A comparison of vertical jump displacements between a Vertec™ and a forceplate. Presented
at the American College of Sports Medicine conference in Denver, Colorado, USA
Hilgers, S., Schuna, J., Manikowski, T., Tucker, J., Terbizan, D., Christensen, B., & Liguori, G. (2011). Validity of
U.S. Department of Defense instruction 1308.3 circumference equation in assessing body composition. Presented
at the American College of Sports Medicine conference in Denver, Colorado, USA.
Christensen, B., Pinske, K., & Hilgers, S. (2010). A comparison of lower body angles between free high pulls and a
fixed high pull apparatus. Presented at the International Society of Biomechanics in Sport Conference in Marquette,
Michigan, USA.
Hilgers, S. & Christensen, B. (2010). The effects of acute whole-body vibration on maximal countermovement
vertical jump in recreationally active males and females. Presented at the International Society of Biomechanics in
Sport conference in Marquette, Michigan, USA.
Hilgers, S. & Christensen, B. (2009). The effects of strength, power and genu valgum following a five week
training program with whole-body vibration. Presented at the International Society of Biomechanics in Sport
conference in Limerick, Ireland.
Publications
Under Review
Hilgers, S. & Christensen, B. (Under Review). The effects of strength, power and genu valgum following a five week
training program with whole-body vibration. Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research
In Preparation
Hilgers, S. & Christensen, B. (In Preparation). The effects of acute whole-body vibration on maximal
countermovement vertical jump in recreationally active males and females.
Schuna, J. M., Jr., Hilgers, S., Manikowske, T., Tucker, J., Terbizan, D., Christensen, B., & Liguori, G. (In
Preparation). Validity of circumference-based prediction equations in assessing body fat changes among male
Army Reserve Officer Training Corps cadets.
Liguori, G., Schuna, J. M., Jr., Hilgers, S., Christensen, B. K., Manikowske, T., Tucker, T., & Terbizan, D. (In
preparation). Changes in aerobic and anaerobic fitness markers following 9 months of mandatory physical
training among Army Reserve Officer Training Corp cadets.
Books
Liguori, G. & Carroll-Cobb, S. (2011). FitWell, 1st edition. The McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc., New York, NY
Professional Experience
Personal Trainer, Self-Employed
- Fitness evaluation, consultation, and program design
- Outside sales
- Business organization and development
January 2009-Present
Hotel Donaldson
April 2006-Present
Server/Front of House Lead
- Assistant managerial duties including quality control, fiduciary responsibilities, and training
- One of the top leaders in product sales
- Provide prompt and courteous customer service
- Problem solving and effectively communicating with co-workers and customers
Frappier Acceleration/Athletic Republic (new ownership 04/07, 01/09)
May 2006-December 2008
Fitness Director and Trainer
- Inside and outside sales with coaches, athletes, parents, and physical therapists regarding training options
- Public relations and involvement with company conference of more than 150 individuals, Chamber of
Commerce, and trade shows with 50-100 vendors
- Strong work ethic and organization for enhancing business development of the personal training,
rehabilitation, and volleyball programs
- Conduct specialized sports training, personal training, and program design
- Assistant managerial duties including scheduling, hiring, and internship and employee training
McDowell & Associates Inc.
April 2005-January 2006
Sales Representative
- Good verbal and written communication with architects, contractors, and homeowners
- Adaptable with the ability to take control of new challenges, ideas, and designs
- Dedicated and goal-oriented for obtaining and maintaining markets (Chicago, Florida)
- Quality Control and product evaluation
Cerebral Palsy, Inc.
May 2004-April 2005
Adult Instructor
- Leadership in team oriented planning, organizing, and facilitating education and instructional classes
- Provide physical and occupational therapy as well as personal care
- Daily documentation
Z Harvest Café (secondary part-time job)
Server
September 2002-April 2005
Park and Recreation Department of Green Bay
Summer Playground Leader
June 2003-August 2003
Pulaski High School
Ninth Grade Girls’ Volleyball Coach
September 2002-November 2002
Wisconsin Early Autism Project
Line Therapist
September 2001-May 2002
Other Related Experiences
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Livestrong Cancer research with the YMCA, Fargo, ND
Streets Alive 2010 and 2011, Fargo, ND
TNT Fitness: assisting in grant proposal and SOAR program research (Spring 2011)
Dakota Medical Foundation: Grant proposal and research regarding preschool obesity risks, rates, and
development of a health promotion initiative to increase physical activity
WellU (Spring 2011): Volunteer assisting with Sanford Health health screens and coaching for the Fargo
Public Schools employees
American Cancer Society
Special Olympics
St. Vincent’s hospital in Green Bay, WI
Volunteer counselor at numerous volleyball camps at the elementary, high school, and collegiate levels;
Junior Olympic Club volleyball coach
Children’s Medical Center of Dallas
May 2002-August 2002
o Shadowing doctors in the cardiac and intensive care units, including Dr. Deepak Srivastiva, a
cardiologist and researcher who discovered the human heart gene
o Camp counselor at Camp Moss, a camp for children with heart conditions
Dallas Heart Ball
May 2002-August 2002
o Assistant to the co-chairperson
o Fundraising including communication for participation, membership, and contribution and
arranging donations for the auction at the Heart Ball, the largest charity event of the year
Professional Organizations
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American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
Northland Chapter of the American College of Sports Medicine (NACSM)
Honors
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Member of the Graduate Student Advisory Committee, North Dakota State University 2011-2012
Member of department chair search committee, Department of Health, Nutrition and Exercise Sciences
North Dakota State University, Spring 2011
Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society Member (North Dakota State University)
Academic Honors Member at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and Minnesota State University
Moorhead
Full athletic scholarship to the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
Co-Captain of the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay volleyball team
Member of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC)
Member of the Review Board as an interviewer for new employees of the athletic department at the
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay
Statistical Program Proficiencies
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Statistical Program for the Social Sciences (SPSS)
Minitab
Statistical Analysis Software (SAS) – limited use