Kasey Spilman

1503 Wood Farms Drive

Cordova, TN 38106
T 901 288 4030
kasey.spilman@gmail.com
www.kaseyspilman.weebly.com

PROFILE

I am a hard-working, Honor student working towards a degree and eventual career in Dietetics.
I have extensive experience in working with people in the active, health-conscious
environment of a Recreational Sports and Country Club as well as in menu design for young
children which has inspired me to dedicate my time to improving the lives of those who wish to
lead a healthy, happy, and active lifestyle.

E D U C AT I O N

The University of Memphis, Memphis, Tennessee

Bachelor of Science, Dietetics
Minor Degree, French
The University of Arkansas at Fayetteville, Fayetteville, Arkansas
Thesis Title- Leadership in Food Policy: Raising a Foodie
GPA: 3.346

R E L E VA N T C O U R S E W O R K
Food Safety and Sanitation

FDSC 2503

Fundamentals of Nutrition

HESC 1213

Food Purchasing and Cost Control

HESC 2603

Honors Special Topics: Food Policy Issues

AFLS 401VH

Introduction to Dietetics

NUTR 2102

SCHOLARSHIPS

New Arkansan Non-Resident Tuition Award

University of Arkansas Leadership Scholarship
Tennessee HOPE Scholarship
University of Memphis Student Transfer Scholarship

EXPERIENCE

Researcher and Volunteer, Jean Tyson Child Development Study Center; Fayetteville,
AR- 2013-2014
Regularly volunteered as a researcher to study pre-schoolers food preferences and reactions
to healthier additions to their snack and lunch items in order to assist in menu design for the
school.
Assisted the Head Chef in the cooking and development of new recipes to be tested among
students.
Assisted in the design an implementation of a tumbling compost system to allow students to
engage and expand their knowledge of natural and sustainable food and waste production.
Developed surveys for parents to help the school gain an understanding of what the nutritional
expectations and presumptions of parents were as well as ways to positively impact them.

Community Service Chair, University of Arkansas Club Tennis Team- 2013-2014

Coordinated with local restaurants and businesses to create more than 10 community service
opportunities for the Club Tennis Team to raise money for uniforms and travel expenses while
also having a positive impact on the community. This included but was not limited to Food and
Clothes Drives, working The Color Run 5k, as well as creating restaurant specials with a portion
of profits going to the Club.
Tennis Staff Member, Chickasaw Country Club; Memphis, TN 2012-2014
Assisted in all tennis-related maintenance, shop billing and retail, scheduling, customer
service, and event coordination.
Tennis Instructor, Chickasaw Country Club; Memphis, TN 2012-2014
Taught and oversaw over 20 children aged 5-12 for 4 week-long tennis camps. This included
coordinating camp activities, organizing lunch orders, and leading fitness exercises.

ACTIVITIES
Student Dietetics Association- Active Member; 2014
Jean Tyson Student Development Center- Regular Volunteer; 2013-2014
Club Tennis Team- Active Member and Officer; 2012-2014

SKILLS
Being raised in and consistently exposed to diverse environments has equipped me with an
open-mindedness and understanding when it comes to working with people of all ages,
ethnicities, and backgrounds. As a quick and natural absorber of new ideas, I am able to
rapidly adapt in new settings to maximize my potential. I am also proficient in computer
technology, website creation, and photography which has previously been an invaluable skill
set in situations where my workplace could not hire an outside worker to do jobs that required
such knowledge. Lastly, I have extensive knowledge of speaking, writing, and understanding
the French language which has provided me with many opportunities to bring cultural exposure
to those around me.