About Me
I am currently in my last year of the Recreation and Health Education program in the School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education at the University of Victoria. I chose this program because I have a strong passion for sports, living an active life and overall well being.
My passion for living an active and healthy lifestyle stemmed from my roots. I was fortunate to grow up on a farm in New Jersey, where I developed my love for the outdoors and playing sports. Post high school, I moved out to Victoria to attend UVic where I carried my love for sport out west where I joined the UVic Rowing team. These experiences have made me who I am and is why I am so passionate about helping others live an active and healthy lifestyle.
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Education
I am currently in my last year of the Recreation and Health Education program in the School of Exercise Science, Physical and Health Education at the University of Victoria. This degree is multidisciplinary and addresses multiple areas of study related to leadership, exercise science, and personal wellness. Courses taken my degree include program planning, leadership, human anatomy, physiology, and adaptive physical activity.
2014–present
University of Victoria
Bachelor of Arts in Recreation and Health Education
Examples of Work
Health and Wellness Blog Posts
While working at WorkLink, I wrote weekly health and wellness posts covering a variety of topics including the importance of drinking water, healthy eating habits and many more. To the left is a PDF of all the blog posts I wrote this past summer.
Stress Mangement Workshop
I combined research and personal experience to create a workshop that provided modern tips on how to manage stress. The PDF on the left are the handouts I provided and the PDF on the right is my stress management outline I delivered in detail.
Work Experience
WorkLink, Health and Wellness Specialist
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Researched and promoted comprehensive health and wellness programs
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Assisted management in planning, controlling and maintaining a healthy work environment
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Developed and delivered educational workshops and seminars related to health and wellness to staff
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Collected and aggregate data/information in order to identify health and wellness trends or issues in the workplace
January 2018–April 2018
Oaklands Community Centre, Program Leader
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Researched and implemented new and innovative program ideas
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Built children’s social and interpersonal skills and self-esteem by establishing routines and positive guidance that allow children to feel secure, comfortable and safe
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Facilitated positive and professional parent/staff relations
May 2017-August 2017
Bernards Township Parks and Recreation, Assistant Coordinator
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Worked as assistant to the town’s assistant director and program manager to support multiple activities during the busy summer period
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Served as supervisor to a group of counselor’s in training including performing evaluations, weekly check-ins and managing records
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Developed and organized activities for six weeks of summer camp
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This when I made different kinds of infused water for the WorkLink office
Certifications ​
Class 5 Drivers Licence
Standard First Aid and CPR Level C- expires 2020
Boat Pro
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May 2018–August 2018
Community Involvement
Kid Sport
Kid Sport makes sport available to all kids. I helped out with admistrative tasks weekly and worked at local community events
Glad Tidings Church
I volunteer in many ways including Street Breakfast where every third Saturday of the month we serve a breakfast to the community, greeting weekly and help facilitate events.
Elk Lake Boat House
As a member of the Victoria City Rowing Club, I spent time helping with regattas and boathouse cleanups. During my time on the Victoria City Team, I was the social coordinator where I organize team events and worked closely with the coach.
Eaton Arrowsmith
I helped supervised the young students during lunch and would take them out to the park every day.