2025 service projects from members of UNE's chapter of Kappa Omicron Nu.
Kappa Omicron Nu is a nationally recognized health science honor society. UNE's Master of Science in Applied Nutrition, Dietetics chapter, Nu Alpha Phi chapter was started in December of 2023. Each chapter is responsible for completing one service project per year. UNE's chapter of Kappa Omicron Nu compiled nutrition education materials to be shared for free with public health community programs across the country.
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High Protein Tofu Caprese
Alisha Banville
Dairy free? Plant based? Try this high protein tofu twist on the classic Italian favorite caprese dish.
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15 Minute Budget Meals
Taryn Carr
This video presents a series of quick, budget-friendly meal ideas designed for individuals with limited time and resources. The purpose of the project is to promote healthier eating habits by encouraging home meal preparation as an alternative to restaurant dining. The video provides three simple recipes that can be prepared in 15 minutes or less using affordable ingredients. This video...Read More
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Child Nutrition: Antioxidant Foods
Renata Cauchon-Robles
Three-minute video briefly reviewing antioxidants, free radicals, and suggested food sources. Includes a shopping list for kid-friendly ingredients.
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Child Nutrition Electrolyte Recipes
Renata Cauchon-Robles
Four-minute video with educational information about electrolytes. Delicious kid-friendly recipes and a suggested shopping list are included.
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Feeding Picky Eaters
Christina Fox
This video offers practical tips for parents managing picky eaters. It explains why picky eating occurs, helps parents understand their child’s behavior, and provides strategies to avoid reinforcing it. It highlights when picky eating may be harmful and when to seek medical guidance, along with additional resources for support.
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Local Farmers Markets
Kimberley Hall
This project highlights local farmers' markets in supporting community health and improving local availability of healthful, nutrient-dense produce. This video shows how these markets can encourage healthy eating habits, assist local agriculture, and increase food accessibility. The underlying message of the important role community-based nutrition can play in fostering sustainable and health-conscious food choices comes across in this video.
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RMH Eating Healthy On A Budget
Jennifer Luongo
Healthy Eating on a Budget is an animated, family-friendly short video designed to educate people on how to make cost-conscious food choices while considering nutritional value. This video covers how to plan, shop, and practice mindfulness techniques, as well as the types of foods to eat.
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Simple Swaps
Martha Mihm
This video was created for families staying at Ronald McDonald House, but the content applies to any family caring for a sick child. It focuses on simple, practical food swaps that improve nutrition without increasing cost or adding stress. The goal is to show how small changes to everyday meals can support a child’s recovery while working within the limits...Read More
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Chicken Salad
Darina Shannon
A video instruction on how to quickly and affordably prepare chicken salad with a breakdown on calories, protein and cost per serving. The recipe was carefully selected for ease of preparation and use of ingredients that are commonly found in the fridge and pantry. The video describes all needed ingredients and quantities, and shows how to combine them for a...Read More
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Tuna Salad
Darina Shannon
A video instruction on how to quickly and affordably prepare tuna salad with a breakdown on calories, protein and cost per serving. The recipe was carefully selected for ease of preparation and use of ingredients that are commonly found in the fridge and pantry. The video describes all needed ingredients and quantities, and explains different ways to enjoy this satisfying...Read More
