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Work Gwendolyn A. Newkirk Human Sciences Building (GNHS) 116
Lincoln NE 68583-0806
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Work 402-472-3716 On campus, dial 2-3716
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Registered Dietitian Nutritionist and Licensed Medical Nutrition Therapist<br>When registered dietitians uphold our high standards of practice, we are uniquely trained and qualified to work at the intersection of nutrition science, medicine, research, physiology, behavior, health and the human relationship with food sources and physical activity.

icon-academic-capEducation

  • BS, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 1990
  • Other, University of Nebraska Medical Center, 1991
  • MS, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, 2005

icon-documentPublications and Other Intellectual Contributions

  • The Relationship among Fifth Grade Students' Body Size Perception, FITNESSGRAM Scores, and Physical Activity Level in PE Class, The Relationship among Fifth Grade Students' Body Size Perception, FITNESSGRAM Scores, and Physical Activity Level in PE Class, September 2016
  • Creating a Transdisciplinary Childhood Obesity Prevention Program: A Focus on Interprofessional Education and the Triple Aim, July (3rd Quarter/Summer) 2016

icon-keynotePresentations

  • KidQuest; A nutrition and physical activity program designed for pre-adolescent students, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Nashville, TN

icon-bookmark-starAwards & Honors

  • Omtvedt Innovation Award for Extension, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources, 2017

Harvest Timing Critical to Quality Silage

August 15, 2008

High-quality corn silage often is an economical substitute for some of the grain in finishing and dairy rations. Corn silage also can be an important winter feed for cow-calf producers. All too often, though, silage isn't harvested to get its best feed value. Harvest timing can make all the difference.

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USDA: Crop Conditions

August 15, 2008

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Nebraska's 2008 Row Crop Prospects Good

August 15, 2008

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Farm Bill Programs in South Central Nebraska Aug. 19

August 15, 2008

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4 Field Days Focus on Growing Soybean Cyst Nematode Losses

August 15, 2008

Learn How to Identify and Manage Infestations

Last year, soybean cyst nematodes (SCN) reduced yields for Nebraska farmers by an estimated 2.3 million bushels worth over $25 million. And often, the pest was never detected.

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Gudmundsen Sandhills Lab Open House Aug. 27

August 15, 2008

Gudmundsen Sandhills Laboratory's ninth annual open house is scheduled for Wednesday, Aug. 27.

Activities are planned from 8 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. MDT at the Wagonhammer Education Center at the UNL facility near Whitman. Presentations on the various aspects of cattle and natural resource management will be given throughout the day.

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Sorghum Hybrid Field Day Sept. 4 near Chester

August 15, 2008

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Irrigation and Energy Conservation Field Day Sept. 3

August 15, 2008

The Sept. 3 Irrigation and Energy Conservation Field Day at UNL's South Central Field Laboratory near Clay Center will spotlight methods for saving water and money.

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