Megan Siverling
School Address: 600 E Pollock Road Apt. 5501 State College, PA 16801
Phone: 484-356-4360  E-Mail: mls5820@psu.edu
Education
The Pennsylvania State University, Schreyer Honors College
Bachelor’s in Science: Nutritional Sciences – Dietetics Option
GPA: 3.80
University Park, PA
Projected Graduation: May 2015
Experience
Geisinger Medical Center GI Nutrition Clinic, Grays Woods, PA
May 2014-present
 Shadow a registered dietitian in collecting dietary recall, interpreting symptoms, and educating patients
 Studied bariatric surgery and created materials designed to educate patients on dietary changes after surgery
 Researched the role of nutrient deficiencies in post-operative weight-loss surgery patients
The Center for Childhood Obesity Research, Penn State University
July 2013-present
Research Assistant
 Writing a thesis on factors affecting bone mineral content in 13-year-old girls
 Assisted in data collection and data entry for a study examining patterns of candy intake in children
 Memorized and followed interview scripts to ensure consistent data collection
Camp Setebaid at Swatara, Bethel, PA
Diabetes Camp Counselor
 Managed the health and well-being of children with Type 1 diabetes
 Routinely tested blood sugars and provided treatment for low blood sugar
 Educated and supervised campers in carbohydrate counting and insulin administration
Pregnancy Resource Clinic, State College, PA
Volunteer Parent Educator
 Provide printed materials and give presentations on healthy recipes,
prenatal nutrition, breastfeeding, and child feeding
Chester County Food Bank, Downingtown, PA
Intern
 Assisted in organizing distribution of free lunches to children at a local park
 Coordinated volunteer activities, communicated with food providers
July 2014
November 2013-present
July 2012
Activities and Achievements
Penn State University Varsity Swimming
2011-present
 Year-round commitment of twenty or more hours of training per week and frequent travel for competitions
Academic All-American, Academic All-Big Ten, All-American Honorable Mention
2013, 2014
Scholar All-American, College Swimming Coaches Association of America
2013, 2014
Spiritus Leoninus
April 2014-present
 Rising seniors honored for excellence in athletics, academics, leadership, and community service
Athletic Director’s Leadership Institute
August 2013-present
Penn State Christian Athletics
2011-present
Secretary
August 2012-present
 Mentor a fellow student, coordinate weekly Bible studies, organize community service activities
Skills
CPR certified
ServSafe certified
CulinarE Companion Software
Diet Analysis Plus Software
Microsoft Office Suite
EndNote