1. TYLER SUTPHEN
1023 Steinbeck Court  Naperville, Illinois  630.687.3271  tylersutphen@gmail.com
EDUCATION
University of Missouri Columbia, Missouri
Bachelors of Human Environmental Sciences – Nutrition & Fitness Expected Graduation, May 2016
RESEARCHEXPERIENCE
Dr. Elizabeth Parks’ Nutritional Research Lab Columbia, Missouri
Student Research Assistant, April 2015 – Present
ANALYTICAL & CLINICAL SKILLS
 My Capstone project included theoretically creating a supplement product based off of the anabolic category,as
well as presented this project in front of a large class of students of the same major.
 Assisted in preparation and conduction of research experiments for two post doctorates.
 Used the YSI 2300 STAT PLUS machine to analyze blood and plasma glucose of severalsubjects for during
research days,as well as assisted in the maintaining of the machine.
 Conducted glucose, TG and NEFA assays and analyzed them via a spectrometer,and further examined data in
Excel.
 Created a separate abstract entitled “The effect of insulin resistance on fat/glucose utilization in humans” off of
two shared research results from the post doctorates I worked under.
 Created and presented a poster for the Health Sciences Research Day entitled “The effect of insulin resistance on
fat/glucose utilization in humans” on November 12th
, 2015.
 Performed other lab work such as lipid extraction and thin layer chromatography.
 Aided in the organization and preparation of testing materials required for inpatient studies including: test tubes,
urine collectors, data collection sheets,timers, and other necessary materials.
 Proficient in software programs such as Microsoft Office, NDSR,and GraphPad.
AWARDS & CERTIFICATIONS
 3x Dean’s List
 CITI
o Research & HIPPA privacy
o Informed consent
o Basic IRB
 MU Environmental Health Sciences
o Blood borne pathogen
o Chemical Management
o Bio Safety
OTHER JOB EXPERIENCE
University of Missouri Catering & Event Services Columbia, Missouri
Lead Server, August 2013 – Present
 Greeted guests and seated them at tables or in waiting areas while attended to their needs prior to the start of the
event.
 Spoke with patrons to ensure satisfaction with food and service, to respond to complaints, or to make conversation
in order to ensure a pleasurable experience.
 Maintained contact with kitchen staff, management, serving staff, and customers to ensure that dining details are
handled properly and customers’ concerns are addressed
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
 Jimmy V Foundation – Helped raise money through “Delta Chi Campout for a Cure”
 D&D Animal Sanctuary, Columbia MO – Helped complete a variety of chores to ease the lives of the owners
 Central Pantry, Columbia MO – Helped organize and package food
 Individually raised over $2000 in food, clothing, monetary and other donations for Haiti Earthquake Relief
ORGANIZATIONS
 Delta Chi Fraternity, University of Missouri Chapter: particularly involved in the recruiting committee for the
chapter.
 University of Missouri Club Rugby Team