Research & Practice
Student Projects
MPH Fieldwork
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Weight Neutral Nutrition Care at WIC Tip Sheet
Nutrition First is a non-profit WIC (USDA Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children) advocacy organization, whose mission is to improve the health of children and pregnant
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Rebecca Vogt
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2024
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Plant Based Protein Integration in Medically Tailored Meals: Applying a Culturally Responsive Lens
Project Open Hand (POH) is an organization that has been providing medically tailored meals (MTMs) to under resourced residents of the greater San Francisco area since the HIV/AIDS epidemic in the mid-1980s.
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Mariam Kayali
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2024
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Type 1 Diabetes Flyer: Signs and Symptoms, and Resources
The Washington State Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) workgroup is composed of coordinators from the WA Department of Health Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Department, registered dietitian
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Paulina Nunez Esquivel
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2024
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Expansion of Nutrition Education Resources for Substance-Using Pregnant People
This project entailed creating a new class for the Substance Using Pregnant People (SUPPs) unit on the Swedish Hospital Ballard campus. The class readings were comprised of pregnancy and breast/chest feeding
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Kate Shuhart
Program(s): Master of Public Health, PhD
Year: 2024
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Nutrient Analysis of Hunger Intervention Program’s “Healthy HIP Pack” Program
This project involved conducting a nutrient analysis of Hunger Intervention Program’s weekend food backpack program. Results were compared to the relevant age-based recommendations in the 2020-25 Dietary
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Haley Chapman
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2024
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Increasing Signage at the Beacon Food Forest to Promote Community Education and Involvement
This project involved the creation of signage for significant foods in the Phase I and Phase II areas of the Beacon Food Forest. Signage included nutritional, harvest, culinary, and toxin related information
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Karen Krol
Program(s): Master of Public Health
Year: 2024
Adviser(s):
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Culturally Tailored Nutrition Education Materials for Sound Generations’ Community Food Bag Program
Created and delivered nutrition education sessions and accompanying handouts to explain how cultural food items can be used to manage Diabetes. Nutrition education sessions and handouts were translated into
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Emma Johnsson
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2024
Adviser(s):
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Finding Consensus in Preterm Infant Nutrition Guidelines
Infants born preterm and/or with a low birth weight have high nutritional needs for survival, rapid growth, and mitigation of neurodevelopmental delays. Therefore, ensuring this population receives sufficient
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Hannah Sanders
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2024
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Nutrition Insecurity Policy/Intervention Menu and Policy Memo for the Execution of Oklahoma State’s Obesity Plan
Developed a policy/intervention menu and memo to address nutrition insecurity in Oklahoma, guiding the State Obesity Plan’s execution and communicating recommended changes to
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Evelyn Grijalva-Martinez
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2024
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What is North Korean Food?
This project involved the creation of an infographic featuring North Korean foods that are largely unknown to the rest of the world in an effort to diversify the type of information available on North Korean
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Irene Yoon
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2023
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How to Increase Plant-Based Meal Consumption at UW: A Fieldwork Experience
Created a short lecture on how to increase student consumption of plant-based offerings at UW in order to help UW meet their Sustainability Action Plan goals. The lecture centers choice architecture-informed
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Stephanie Turner
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2023
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Increasing Statewide Support for Eating Disorders Among Adolescents
Partnered with the Washington State Department of Health to create a healthcare provider-facing informational handout about adolescent eating disorders to increase awareness and share resources. Detailed types
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Kimberly Siu
Program(s): Master of Public Health
Year: 2023
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Exploring Connections Between Markets and Health: A Collaboration with Slow Food International
Collaborated with Slow Food International to support a webinar exploring the connection between farmer’s markets and health. Synthesized findings and external research into an editorial for marketing
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Lauren Perkins
Program(s): Master of Public Health
Year: 2023
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WSDA 2022-2023 Farm to School Purchasing Grants’ Post-Grant Survey and Purchasing Data Analysis
Analyzed 2022-2023 Farm to School Purchasing Grants’ post-grant survey and purchasing data to produce key impact metrics. These key metrics will be used to report the impact of the 2022-2023 Farm to School
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Kana Ogaki
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2023
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Laying a Foundation for a Human Centered Design (HCD) Hub Within the Government of Tanzania to Innovate Nutrition Solutions
Crafted workshop materials and activities for an initiative to build capacity for the use of Human-Centered Design (HCD) at the Tanzania Food and Nutrition Centre (TFNC), focusing on innovative solutions for
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Cecilia Msogoya
Program(s): Master of Public Health
Year: 2023
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Assessing the Marketing Environment of Online Grocery Retail
Designed a scorecard protocol to evaluate and rank online grocery retailers based on the influence of their marketing practices on accessibility and consumer choice of nutritious foods. Community Partner:
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Christina Lin
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2023
Adviser(s):
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Community Nutrition Outreach with Hunger Intervention Program
Partnered with the Hunger Intervention Program (HIP) to assist in their mission to increase food security for underserved populations in North King County. Provided nutrition education, cooking demonstrations,
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Kara Ikeda
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2023
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High Impact Obesity Prevention Standards (HIOPS) in Pennsylvania
Conducted qualitative research to identify the policy-to-practice implications of HIOPS implementation into early childhood education (ECE) licensing regulations in Pennsylvania. Presented findings to Keystone
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Khang Ho
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2023
Adviser(s):
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A Taste of the Season: Creating Community Nutrition Education Materials for Seattle’s Refugee and Immigrant Seniors
In partnership with registered dietitians at Tilth Alliance, created culturally tailored nutrition education materials for an in-season vegetable (Swiss Chard) and presented the materials to refugee and
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Mary Fudge
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2023
Adviser(s):
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Food Security & Sovereignty in Alaska Native Communities
Conducted a literature review exploring papers that document food security and health in Alaska Native communities as well as how agriculture grants and programs do or don’t align with Alaska Native needs
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Robyn Burnside
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2023
Adviser(s):
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Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) Educational Toolkit
The FFVP toolkit will serve as a complementary nutrition education resource for staff, teachers, students, and parents at participating Seattle public schools. It is a compilation of materials that include
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Allison Burkhalter
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2023
Adviser(s):
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NutriNavigator
Worked with the Pike Place Market Foundation to develop NutriNavigator, a lesson plan and digital map, for 6th grade students to gain a deeper understanding of the nutritional value of diverse foods commonly
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): James Sherrell
Program(s): Master of Public Health
Year: 2023
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The Basics of Nutrition for Cancer Prevention: A Guide for Patient Populations and Partners Affiliated with the American Cancer Society
Created a concise and informative handout presenting practical and evidence-based information promoting healthy eating habits to individuals with cancer so they – or those caring for them – can
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Kunal Patel
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2023
Adviser(s):
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Coaches Reference: Eating Disorders and Amateur Cycling – Context, Red Flags, and Resources
Created a website to provide stage cycling coaches with supportive nutrition information for their athletes. Includes detailed nutrition guides, research about athletes and eating behaviors, and counseling on
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Victoria Jansen
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2022
Adviser(s):
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Assessment and Evaluation of an Interprofessional Practice Education Event for Students of the UW Graduate Coordinated Program in Dietetics and School of Pharmacy Program
Assessed and evaluated student participation in and feedback of an Interprofessional Practice Education (IPE) event with UW graduate students from the Graduate Coordinated Program in Dietetics and School of
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Si Bui
Program(s): Master of Public Health
Year: 2022
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Connecting Columbia City Families with Nutritional Resources and Produce: Back-to-School Nutrition Night and Farmers Market Scavenger Hunt
Developed informational resources for parents and facilitated a “farm food treasure hunt” at the Columbia City Neighborhood Farmers Market Back-to-School Nutrition Night event. Community Partner:
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Megan Fisher
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2022
Adviser(s):
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Workplace Lactation Support with UW WorkLife and the Whole U
Partnered with UW programs to raise awareness of the importance of breast milk and breast feeding, describe the challenges lactating employees face in the workplace, direct non-lactating staff to resources for
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Marah Zinnen
Program(s): Master of Public Health
Year: 2022
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Providing a CACFP-Supportive “Snack Cheat Sheet” for the Dale Turner Family YMCA
Worked with the YMCA to create a snack “cheat sheet” adhering to the USDA’s Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines. Community Partner: Dale Turner Family
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Kristina Tribley
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2022
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SCH Celiac Disease Program: Assessing Equity & Strengthening Resources
Completed a needs assessment of the program to learn how it could be more equitable for family participants. Provided an enhanced Celiac Program resource guide and updated patient enrollment listing, prepared
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Kathryn McConaughy
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2022
Adviser(s):
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Nutritional Assessment and Training of Latinx Parents of the Elementary School Program at El Centro de La Raza
Assessed both the health and nutrition knowledge and the training on nutrition to Latina/o parents of students in El Centro de la Raza’s Elementary School Program. The aim of this project is to strengthen a)
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Jonathan Lara
Program(s): Master of Public Health
Year: 2023
Adviser(s):
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Nutrition Education with Hunger Intervention Program
Partnered with Hunger Intervention Program and their mission to increase food security for underserved populations in North King County to provide nutrition education and cooking demonstrations to children and
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Joanne Lum
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2022
Adviser(s):
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Tukwila Village Farmers Market Cookbook
Completed a recipe booklet for the Tukwila Village Farmers Market featuring flexible, affordable recipes that center on produce available at the market (which is SNAP Market Match eligible). The booklet is
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Jennifer Urban
Program(s): Master of Public Health
Year: 2023
Adviser(s):
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Qualitative Data Review and Analysis: We Feed WA Pilot Food Program
We Feed WA (WFW) provides emergency food for people experiencing hunger through partnerships with local or regional food producers, farmers and ranchers, processors and distributors, and hunger relief
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Mayra Gutierrez, Andrea Litzow, Emilee Vann
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2022
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WSU Global Health Promotion: Grocery Vouchers
Completed research, data analysis, and a literature review focusing on digital/web-based nutrition education interventions for remote college students. Community Partner: WSU Global
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Anastasia Powell
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2022
Adviser(s):
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Latin American Nutrition Guide for Providers
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Norma Garfias Avila
Program(s): Master of Public Health
Year: 2022
Adviser(s):
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Research to Promote Corporate Accountability for Racial Justice Among Food and Beverage Companies
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Chelsea Whealdon
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2021
Adviser(s):
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Big Food & Big Soda – Assessing Commitment to Racial Justice: A Case Study
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Rachel Ross
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2021
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UW Nutrition Clinic
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Olivia Ramoino
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2021
Adviser(s):
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Office of Nutrition Services: WIC
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Evelyn Morris
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2021
Adviser(s):
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Welcome to Washington WIC Project
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Anna Fogel
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2021
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King Country Breast Feeding Coalition
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Beth Faw
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2021
Adviser(s):
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Great Grocer Project
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Amy Ervin
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2021
Adviser(s):
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Developing Nutrition Education Materials for the Hunger Intervention Program (HIP)
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Kaitlin Benjamin
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2021
Adviser(s):
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Recipe Resources for a Virtual Camp Leo
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Stephanie Winterbauer
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2020
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Investigating Demographic Characteristics Associated with Reporting Changes in Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Consumption
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Lauren Sawyer
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2020
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Developing a Family Meal Guide for Bellwether Housing
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Sarah Perlin
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2020
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Creating Culturally Appropriate Nutrition Resources for Vietnamese and Somalian Residents of Bellwether Housing
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Dorothy Nguyen
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2020
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Virtual Health Assessment for Athletes With Intellectual Disabilities
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Emahlea Jackson
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2020
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The WholeU Project
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Alexandra Garrity
Program(s): Master of Public Health
Year: 2020
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Article Development for The Whole U Employee Wellness Program at University of Washington
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Jessa Engelken
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2020
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Protein Quality Assessment: Exploring the Role of Plant-Based Protein in Low- and Middle-Income Countries
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Anna Mowell
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2019
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Understanding Racism and Race Bias in Dietetics: Developing a Public Resource Document
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Divya Pahwa
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2019
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A Community Based Participatory Evaluation of the Washington State Fruit and Vegetable Prescription Program
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Sophia Riemer
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2019
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Lunch for All: A Resource for Friday Harbor Students with Type 1 Diabetes
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Shira Stern
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2019
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Resource Development for Seattle Childcare Centers Enrolled in the Farm to Table Program
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Laura Tripp
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2019
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Understanding the Needs of “No-Cook” Clients at the U District Food Bank
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Ivory Loh
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2019
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Cultured Milk and Egg Proteins: An Analysis of the Policy and Regulatory Environment in Selected Geographies
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Kelsey Kinderknecht
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2019
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Camp Leo DiabEducation Nutrition Curriculum Outline
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Kelly Wolffe
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2019
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Development of Breastfeeding Education Posters for the Maternal & Child Health Ward at Naivasha District Hospital in Naivasha, Kenya
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Laura Blasi
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2019
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Resource Development for Cafeteria Operators Implementing WA DOH Healthy Nutrition Guidelines
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Lindsay Beck
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2018
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Development of Sports Nutrition Handouts for Ultimate Frisbee Athletes
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Nicole Cramer
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2018
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Development of a food safety plan for GAP certification at the UW Farm
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Casey McCoy
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2018
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Resource Development for the CDC Sodium Reduction in Communities Program Grant
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Caity Robinson
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2018
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Using Traditional Ground-Truthing to Assess the Food Environment in Three Seattle Neighborhoods
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Sam Vinci
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2018
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Needs Assessment & Education Roll-out at 3 Snohomish Food Banks
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Jessica Wolf
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2018
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“Diabeducation” at Camp Leo: Nutrition Education for Elementary-aged children with Type 1 Diabetes
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Rochelle Adriano
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2018
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Development of Nutrition and Eating Disorder Resources/Handouts for University of Washington Sororities
Project Type(s): MPH Fieldwork
Author(s): Natalie Zimmer
Program(s): Master of Public Health, RDN Training
Year: 2017