Research Completed in 2008:

· Nutrition Intervention and its Impact on Behavior in Elementary School Children, Angela Oh (supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Trends in Overweight Classification and Associated Factors in a Subset of Midwestern Elementary School Children, Efthemia Maria Siomos (Supervisor: J. Moreschi)

Research Completed in 2007:

· Content Analysis of Physical Education Curriculum Allotments in a Suburban School System, Sarah McNicolas (Supervisor: J. Moreschi)

· Effect of a University Nutrition Course on Stages of Change for Nutrition Behaviors, Shameka Jones (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Factors Associated with Overweight Status in Middle School Children, Traci Beierwaltes (supervisors: J. Moreschi & D. Handu)

· Factors Influence Risk for Overweight in Children, Heather Bukowy (Supervisor: J. Moreschi)

· Gastrointestinal Disorder/Diseases Survey: Registered Dietitians Utilizing Medical Nutrition Therapy or Alternative Medicine, Natalie Echeverria (Supervisor: J. Moreschi)

· Nutrition Education Increases Self-Efficacy for Low-Fat Eating, Lauren Brett (supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Nutrition Education Intervention Among Children Decreased BMI and Increased Test Scores in Nutrition Knowledge, Behavior, and Intention, Claire Monty (Supervisor: D. Handu)

· Predictors of Health and Nutrition Instruction in Preservice Training of Elementary Teachers, Kelly Long (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· The Impact of Nutrition Education on the Consumption of Fruits and Vegetables in Children, Jessica Colletta (supervisor: J. Moreschi)

· The Effect of Nutrition Handouts on Food Behavior and Consumption within Families, Amy Walsh (Supervisors: J. Moreschi & C. Arnold)

· The Effect of School-Based Intervention Among Adolescents in Chicago Public Schools, Lauren Chmel (Supervisor: D. Handu)

· The Effect of a University Nutrition Course on Stage of Change of Dietary Fat Consumption, Shameka Jones (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

Research Completed in 2006:

· Association Between Anthropometric Measurements and Dietary Intake in Elementary School Children, Peggy Pui Sze Yip (Supervisor: C. Arnold) – results presented at national (ADA FNCE) and state (IDA) conferences

· The Effect of Nutrition Education on Eating Behaviors of Elementary School Teachers, Theresa Lambert (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Nutrition Education Increases Self-Efficacy for Low-Fat Eating, Elizabeth Ryen Panther (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Predictors of Nutrition Education in Schools, Monica Thoms (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

Research Completed in 2005:

· A Child Learning: Comparing Active Learning to Traditional Learning Methodologies on Nutrition Topics, Angela Douge (Supervisor: J. Moreschi)

· Assessing Educational Interests in Long Term Care Facilities, Meghan Elizabeth Giel (Supervisor: J. Moreschi)

· Evaluation of Cognitive and Behavioral Changes in Children, Brianne Feeley (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Impact of Nutrition Education on Teacher Self-Efficacy, Perceived Competence, and Learning Standard Coverage in Illinois teachers, Lindsay Michalek and Megan Russell (Supervisors: C. Arnold & J. Moreschi)

· Impact of Nutrition Education on Teacher Self-Efficacy, Perceived Competence, and Learning Standard Coverage following intervention, Justine Pascual (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· of Nutrition Education on the Fruit and Vegetable Consumption of Children, Elizabeth Kalina (Supervisor: C. Arnold) – results presented at national conference (ADA FNCE)

· Relationship Between Newsletter Content and Household Eating Behaviors, Kate Finn (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· School Nutrition Skills and Competencies in Dietetic Internships and Entry Level Registered Dietitians, Stacy Roth (Supervisor: J. Moreschi)

· The Effect of Breakfast Consumption on Resting Metabolic Rate, Anthropometric Measurements, and Nutrient Intake, Leslie Eichner (Supervisor: J. Davis)

Research Completed in 2004:

· Association Between Anthropometric Measurements and Dietary Intake in Elementary School Children, Deepa Deshmukh (Supervisors: C. Arnold & J. Moreschi)

· Development of a Valid and Reliable MNT Exam for Dietetic Interns, Catherine Gavin (Supervisor: J. Moreschi)

· Evaluation of Cognitive and Behavioral Changes in Children, Karen Behnke – results presented at national conference (ADA FNCE) (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Impact of Health Fair Interventions on the Stage of Change and Self-Efficacy of Senior Citizens, Julie Behluli (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Relationship Between Newsletter Content and Household Eating Behaviors, Nancy Moran (Supervisors: C. Arnold & J. Moreschi)

Research Completed in 2003:

· A 30-Minute Lesson Increases 2nd Graders’ Nutrition Knowledge and Retention, Christine Curry – results presented at national conference (ADA FNCE) (Supervisors: C. Arnold & J. Moreschi)

· Content Analysis of Nutrition Department Newsletters, Erin Brownley (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Correlating Undergraduate Satisfaction with Alumni Loyalty and Professional Success, Marisa Bobbe (Supervisors: C. Arnold & J. Moreschi)

· Determining Membership Service Preferences and Use Via a Satisfaction Survey, Paula Milas (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Nutritional Risks of Congregate Meal Program Participants, Using DETERMINE Your Health Checklist, Annie Neuendorf (Supervisors: C. Arnold & J. Moreschi)

· The Food Guide Pyramid Nutrition Educational Too Kit, Jennifer Albans (Supervisor: J. Davis)

· The Relationship Between Food Habits and Nutritional Risk in the Elderly, Kate Merkle (Supervisors: C. Arnold & J. Davis)

· To Evaluate the Effectiveness of Nutritional-Biochemistry Computer-Based Education Program and the Effectiveness it Has Provided for Dietetic Interns, Nicole O’Connor (Supervisor: Julie Davis)

Research Completed in 2002:

· Characteristics of Clients that Utilize Free Clinics, Jennifer Jordan (Supervisor: J. Moreschi)

· Conjoint Analysis Approach to Assessing Desirable Characteristics of an Outpatient Nutrition Clinic, Sandra Miklautsch (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Effect of Educational Intervention on Motivation of Adolescents to Use Dietary Supplements, Monica Elliott (Supervisor: J. Davis)

· Impact of a Nutrition Fair on Stage of Change in Fat Intake of Adults, Erin Walker (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Impact of a Nutrition Fair on Stage of Change in Calcium Intake of Adults, Julia Richards (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Nutrition Activity Book: Is a Nutrition Activity Book an Effective Method of Teaching Nutrition and Fitness to Early Elementary Students? Lesli Biediger (Supervisor: J.Moreschi)

· Nutrition Service Provision at Free Clinics, Meuychoy Saephan - results presented at national conference (ADA FNCE) (Supervisors: C. Arnold & J. Moreschi)

· Use, Advantages, and Barriers of the Case Study Method in Dietetics, Jennifer Meyers –results presented at national conference (ADA FNCE) (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

Research Completed in 2001:

· Comparison of Two Tools for Nutrition Status Assessment of Home Delivered Meals Clients, Heather Brixius (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Creating Success on the Web, Deb Tool - results presented at national conference (ADA FNCE) (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Dot.com, Laura Burk - results presented at national conference (ADA FNCE) (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Implementing a Cardiac Risk Screening Event, Angela Principe (Supervisor: J. Moreschi)

· Marketing Web Sites, Jen Gorski - results presented at national conference (ADA FNCE) (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Needs Assessment of Undergraduate Students at Benedictine University Reveals Need for Nutrition Education Center, Karen Cumpata (Supervisor: J.Davis)

· Nutrition and Depression in the Elderly, Becky Karchmar – results presented at national conference (ADA FNCE) (Supervisors: C. Arnold & J. Moreschi)

· Nutrition Risk Among Congregate Meals Participants, Kim Hill (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· The Relationship Between Functional Abilities and Nutritional Status in Home Delivered Meals Clients, Jan Pietrzak (Supervisors: C. Arnold & J. Moreschi)

· The Power of Health Fairs in Promoting Positive Lifestyle Changes, Alice Kraft (Supervisor: J. Moreschi)

· The Relationship Between Knowledge and Referrals to the Elderly Nutrition Program, Susie Murray (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Wellness Survey Reveals Needs of College Students, Stephanie Ellis (Supervisor: J. Moreschi)

Research Completed in 2000:

· Attitudes About Congregate Meals Program, Joanna Vozenilek - results presented at national conference (ADA FNCE) (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Interactive Museum Exhibit and Evaluation (for children), Tricia Skowron - results presented at national conference (ADA FNCE) (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Development and Evaluation of a Leader Guide, Mary Fleming - results presented at national conference (ADA FNCE) (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Development and Evaluation of a Nutrition Counseling Video, Michelle Lagatuz - results presented at national conference (ADA FNCE) (Supervisors: J. Moreschi & C. Arnold)

· Evaluation of Community Nutrition Fair, Amie Karch (Supervisor: J. Moreschi)

· Profile of Congregate Meals Participants, Michelle DiRenzo Sobieck - results presented at national conference (ADA FNCE) (Supervisor: C. Arnold)

· Web Page Development and Evaluation, Becky Jilek - results presented at national conference (ADA FNCE) (Supervisors: C. Arnold & J. Moreschi)

Projects Completed in 1999:

· Policies for Healthy Table Nutrition Education Center, Amy Daum and Keirsten Sparrow (Supervisor: J. Moreschi)

· Curriculum Evaluation, Kelly Kurhajec (Supervisor: J. Moreschi)

Updated October 1, 2008