1. McKenzie L Wilt
wiltm0127@gmail.com
(708) 269-5346
EDUCATION
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, College of ACES August 2012- May 2016
Bachelor of Science in Food Science and Human Nutrition, Human Nutrition
WORK EXPERIENCE
University of Illinois Extension Grayslake, IL
Extra Help- Nutrition Research May 2015- Present
 Created a dynamic research-based nutrition and gardening curriculum for low-income communities
 Taught a pilot nutrition class to underprivileged teenagers in Round Lake, IL
University of Illinois Champaign, IL
Undergraduate Researcher September 2013- Present
 Work with Dr. Chapman-Novakofski and various PhD students on community nutrition research
projects
 Designed tools for assessing the impact of nutrition education in elementary aged children
University of Illinois Champaign, IL
General Chemistry Teaching Assistant August 2015- May 2016
 Lead discussion and laboratory sessions reviewing the topics presented during the previous lecture
 Provide two office hours per week for all general chemistry students to attend
Presence Covenant Medical Center Champaign, IL
Volunteer November 2013-May 2016
 Volunteer weekly on the O.R. floor assisting nurses and physicians in patient transport and delivery
of instruments and specimens
 Engage in conversations with patients in pre- and post-operation
ACTIVITIES
James Scholars and Undergraduate ResearchAssociation Champaign, IL
President August 2014-May 2015
Senior Advisor August 2015-May 2016
 Organized and attended monthly meetings with guest speakers and mentor activities
 Spoke to introductory courses on campus about the benefits of undergraduate research
 Worked with staff to organize outreach activities and presentations for prospective students
Phi Delta Epsilon Fraternity Champaign, IL
Member August 2014-May 2016
 Attend bi-weekly chapter meetings regarding ethics, graduate school admissions, and current
events
 Advocate for the community and raised funds for the Children’s Miracle Network
Champaign-Urbana Special Recreation Champaign, IL
Volunteer August 2015- August 2016
 Facilitate therapeutic horseback riding lessons for young adults with special needs
 Aid special needs children with homework and educational games at an after school program