Archived Articles

09/03/2010

Hawthorn extends hearty congratulations to Tova Krentzman who recently graduated from the Master of Science in Holistic Nutrition program with a perfect average and the Summa cum Laude designation.  Tova, a resident of Canada, has a long interest in holistic health and nutrition.  Her extensive traveling and interactions with others further increased her desire to understand the fundamentals of nutritional health and how it relates to both environment and culture. Her thesis entitled Improving Insulin Resistance Through Diet and Lifestyle Modifications is an exemplary example of her knowledge.  Best of luck, Tova!

07/26/2010

Congratulations are extended to Tara Baird for graduating from the Master of Science in Holistic Nutrition with a Magna cum Laude designation. In addition to Tara now becoming a nutrition professional, she is a registered nurse who believes that diet predicts behavior, health, and overall wellness. She has a passion for nutrition and is interested in helping those with heart disease or depression. Her thesis entitled Traditional Medications Used in Cardiovascular Disease and their Nutritional Implications is an exemplary example of her knowledge.

07/09/2010

Congratulations to those students who have been named to the President’s List for Spring 2010.  The President’s List honor is given to those students who have maintained a perfect 4.0 grade point average after completing a minimum of twelve (12) credits of study and are praised for their dedication and excellence in academic pursuit:

Nishanga Bliss, DSC

Justine Raphael, MHNE

Alix Berglund, MSHN

Linda Daubner, MSHN

Maya Hagege, MSHN

Sally Haugen, MSHN

Tova Krentzman, MSHN

Maryann Mahoney, MSHN

Helen Nadel, MSHN

Ben Pratt, MSHN

Georgette Schwartz, MSHN

Barbara Stanley, MSHN

Star Varga, MSHN

Nancy Zampella, MSHN

Carly Neubert, NC

India Penney, NC

Juanita Watson, NC

07/01/2010

Congratulations to Paula Bartholomy, Hawthorn University School Director, who was interviewed on the Holistic Careers Radio Show with Deb Hanneman, M.S.Ed.  Each week Deb interviews various schools and organizations that provide degrees or certification in alternative careers.  Listen and learn about the benefits of attending Hawthorn and learn about careers in holistic nutrition.  You can listen to the recorded show here:
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/holistic-careers-radio-show

06/24/2010

Congratulations once again to Sheila Dean, Hawthorn DSC graduate, who will be teaching at the University of Tampa this coming fall.  Sheila has also written a chapter for the book Integrative Gastroenterology which is scheduled for publication in the fall.  Sheila's paper on brain health, which was written as a student at Hawthorn in the DSC program, will be published in the 2010 summer edition of Dietitians in Integrative and Functional Medicine newsletter.

6/23/2010 

Congratulations are extended to Rebecca Marrs for completing the Master of Science in Holistic Nutrition program. Rebecca grew up in northern California, graduated from the College of Wooster in Ohio, and continued her education in the chef training program at L'Academie de Cuisine, in Silver Spring Maryland.  She received additional chef's training at the Natural Gourmet Institute in New York City. Her approach to nutrition focuses on the use of whole foods and metabolic typing to help people achieve their optimal level of health. As a result of her own struggles with food allergies and sensitivities she has developed a special understanding and expertise in their handling. She is well versed in gluten and casein free diets, the Specific Carbohydrate Diet, as well as many others. She currently lives in northern Virginia and has been working for an osteopath/psychiatrist for the past three years. The knowledge earned at Hawthorn will assist her in building a nutrition consulting business as part of the Center for Holistic Psychiatry and Pain Management.  Best of luck to you, Rebecca!

6/21/2010

Congratulations to Vicki Steine, Hawthorn University DSC candidate, whose workshop proposal Nutrition and Mental Health has been selected for inclusion in the NASW-GA (National Association of Social Workers – Georgia Chapter) Annual Conference this fall in Atlanta.

For more information on the conference, please visit www.naswga.com.

Again, Hawthorn University wishes to congratulate Vicki on the great news and her success!

6/2/2010

Heartiest congratulations are extended to Sheila Dean for receiving her Doctor of Science in Holistic Nutrition degree.  Sheila is a licensed dietitian, board certified clinical nutritionist, certified diabetes educator, and exercise physiologist. Sheila has a very impressive background including a BS from Rutgers, RD from Brown and her MS from the University of Rhode Island. Sheila is also a graduate of the Institute for Functional Medicine where she received advanced training in functional medicine and nutritional biochemistry. She worked with the Duke University Medical Center's Endocrinology and Metabolism Disorders Clinic and the Joslin Center for Diabetes as a certified diabetes educator. Sheila is the owner of a medical nutrition private practice, Integrative Nutrition Solutions, in Palm Harbor, Florida. She taught for 14 years as adjunct nutrition science professor at St. Petersburg College and currently teaches at the University of Tampa. Additionally, Sheila serves as the Professional Advancement Director for the Dietitians in Integrative and Functional Medicine dietetic practice group of the American Dietetic Association. She has conducted hundreds of local and national public presentations for groups from preschool age to the professional, has written continuing education credit functional medicine modules for both nutritionists and nurses, has authored book reviews and articles for The St. Petersburg Times, Ms. Fitness magazine, Ironmanlive.com website and has appeared on NBC - News Channel 8, NBC-Daytime, CBS-News Channel 10, ABC-News Channel 28, WTVT-TV Fox13-Good Day Tampa Bay, WFTW 1260 am radio, and WDBO 580 am radio for dozens of interviews. She is also a contributing author of the medical textbook Integrative Gastroenterology. Sheila serves as faculty member for the nationally acclaimed Center For Mind-Body Medicine's Food As Medicine professional education course. She's served as the consulting sports nutritionist for the Philadelphia Phillies, has consulted for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and was the media spokesperson and columnist for the Ironman Institute. She is the author of Nutrition & Endurance: Where Do I Begin?, and is a certified health and fitness instructor with the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM), the Aerobics and Fitness Association of America (AFAA), and the YMCA of America.

5/4/2010

05/04/2010

Hawthorn University is pleased to announce the release of our new redesigned website.

Please visit http://www.hawthornuniversity.org. 

4/1/2010

At a recent NANP meeting nominations for exceptional work in a variety of areas were reviewed and awards were designated.  Hawthorn did really well and we are proud to announce the winners that are a part of Hawthorn University.

Our Assistant Dean of Faculty and Instructor, Heidi Snyder, won the Service award for her efforts at mentoring and building connections that grow our holistic nutrition community.  Her efforts for this year’s NANP conference will guarantee an informative and successful event.

Marjie Andrejciw, a 2007 MSHN graduate won the "Going Up' award.  Marjie is recognized as an NANP member who has been in a professional practice for 1-2 years and who has already begun to obtain visibility, success, and distinction in her business.
 
Julie Matthews, Webinar presenter and author of Nourishing Hope, a required book in the Continuing Education course on autism, won the Impact award.  Julie received this award because she has obtained visibility in the wider world during the past year. She is well-known as an international and national autism-nutrition expert.

2/10/2010

Congratulations are in order for Constance Karstens who has graduated from the Master of Holistic Nutrition Education program with the Summa Cum Laude distinction. 

Constance is an energetic person who works with her husband on a 180-acre sustainable livestock farm.  She also operates a specialty on-farm USDA processing facility and retail store selling grass fed meats and other wholesome foods. Constance is also a practicing herbalist who uses local plants to make her own herbal tinctures, medicinal teas, oils, salves, and syrups. In addition, she works with the Bach Flower and the Flower Essence Society (FES) Remedies and homeopathic remedies and offers private wellness holistic consultations incorporating whole foods nutrition, herbs, stress management techniques, and other natural remedies to support and build overall health and re-balance the body. She teaches classes both privately and through Community Education and conducts workshops to facilitate health and healing.  Her thesis entitled Lactic Acid Fermentation of Functional Foods: A Traditional Food Preservation Method that Enhances Nutritive Health Value is an exceptional work. Best of luck to you, Constance, as you continue to education others in their pursuit of health and well-being.  

12/18/2009

Congratulations to Anisa Abeytia, MSHN Graduate 

Congratulations are in order for Anisa Abeytia on her recent graduation from the Master of Science in Holistic Nutrition program. Anisa has achieved honors and has graduated Summa Cum Laude. While studying at Hawthorn, Anisa focused on hypothyroidism and she developed a nine-step program to regain and maintain thyroid health. In addition to working with clients, she maintains the website www.womenshealingcircle.org. Her B.A. in Creative Writing from the University of Southern California and her M.S. in Literary Theory from Stanford University provided a strong foundation as Anisa continues to write on topics of health and nutrition. Her work has been translated into five languages. Anisa currently lives in Dubai, UAE with her husband and four children. Best of luck to you, Anisa.  

12/18/2009

Congratulations to Patricia Curley, MSHN Graduate 

Hawthorn proudly announces the graduation of Patricia Curley. Patricia has earned her Master of Science in Holistic Nutrition degree and has achieved the honor of graduating on the President’s List with a Summa Cum Laude distinction. She also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology from Cornell University. Patricia's clinical practice will focus on the principle of "food as medicine".  Her mission is to educate about whole foods nutrition and strategies that support optimal growth and development and healthy aging. As a nutrition researcher, she hopes to publish emerging information on the sustainable foods movement, environmental issues, as well as the connection between health and nutrition.  Her thesis entitled Dietary and Lifestyle Interventions to Support Functional Hypothyroidism focused on nutritional and lifestyle strategies to support functional hypothyroidism.  Her thesis has been selected for publication as a featured article on Student Pulse.com, an online academic student journal.   

8/24/2009 

Congratulations to Celestine McMahan-Woneis for graduating from the MHNE program.  

In addition to a Ph.D. in Organizational Psychology from the California School of Professional Psychology in Berkeley,
Celestine has added the Master of Science in Health and Nutrition Education from Hawthorn to her other earned master's degrees.  Celestine's life has been devoted to learning and helping to make a difference in the well-being of others.  She came to Hawthorn with six degrees, ten certificates, and presented in over 50 workshops. We truly believe that Celestine will continue to help others and will become a name to remember in the field of holistic nutrition.  Her thesis "The Impact of Holistic Nutrition on College Women with Learning Differences" gives testimony to her knowledge. Continued success, Celestine!

8/20/2009 

Congratulations to Nicole Larizza on graduating with high honors from the MSHN program

Nicole Larizza, a President’s List recipient, graduated from the MHNE program. She holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from Dickinson College in Pennsylvania and has worked in medical education for five years prior to her entering Hawthorn. Nicole is establishing her own practice, Positively Nourished, to help people change their diets to support health and well-being. Her thesis, The Role of Childhood Nutrition in Cancer Risk Reduction, presents information regarding dietary choices during childhood that have the potential to reduce the risk of children developing cancer during adulthood. Nicole is an avid cook and runner. Congratulations on attaining your degree and much success in the future!  

8/20/2009 

Congratulations to Samantha Ayers on graduating with honors from the MSHN program.

Samantha Ayers received her BA in Art/Illustration from the California State University in Long Branch. Her determination to become independent led her to travel to New Zealand and Australia all alone. It may have been this very determination that motivated Samantha to seek an advanced degree in holistic nutrition at Hawthorn. Her hard work has paid off as she graduated with honors from the MSHN program. She is now ready to use her acquired knowledge of holistic nutrition to improve the lives of others. Samantha’s thesis Antioxidant Therapy and Detoxification: A specific healing protocol designed for recovering addicts and alcoholics will be the stepping stone for her to reach out and create a profession that will allow her to be of service in the area of recovery. Best of luck as you journey through life, Samantha!  

8/20/2009

Sandra Carey graduated with honors from the MHNE program. 

Sandra is the founder of Nourishing Pathways, a practicing therapist, and a nutrition and health educator. In addition to her MHNE degree, Sandra is completing a doctorate in clinical psychology at Adler School in Chicago, Illinois. For her thesis project, Sandra put together a PowerPoint presentation Food and Your Mood: How to eat and live well to manage depression and anxiety. She examined the effects of dietary patterns, stress, and exercise on depression and anxiety. Congratulations, Sandra. You have a bright future ahead of you!

7/3/2009 

Congratulations to Lynn Sokolov for completing her MHNE coursework, earning her Masters degree in Health and Nutrition Education and graduating with Honors!

Lynn developed a wonderful health and education program and thesis on Nutritional and Lifestyle Management of AD/HD; a Viable Alternative to Pharmaceuticals. The focus of the program provides information on how to begin implementing changes in the diet and lifestyle that are supportive of managing AD/HD. This thesis deals specifically with AD/HD in children. Much, if not all of the information provided would be useful to adults diagnosed with this syndrome as well. The main objective of this thesis is to provide the framework for dietary and lifestyle changes that provide a welcome alternative to those wishing to avoid conventional drug treatment. The primary focus is directed to those individuals with AD/HD, however, all members of the family can benefit from adopting healthier nutrition and more supportive lifestyle habits.

As a Holistic Health & Nutrition Educator as well as a Health & Wellness Coach, Lynn is proud to introduce her new company, Health & Wellness Solutions. Services she offers include workshops on current topics such as healthy weight loss without dieting, stress reduction techniques, healthy eating for busy people and eating for energy. Additionally she offers individual diet and nutritional analysis, customized eating and supplementation plans, stress reduction techniques and fitness plans.

Following a holistic approach that encompasses body, mind and spirit her clients take an active role in their own healing and transformation in a positive, inspirational environment that provides the accountability they need.

Combining her education with a 20+ year passion for health and nutrition, Lynn strives to empower individuals to live optimal healthy lives.

7/1/2009 

Congratulations to Our Thesis Students!

Congratulations to the following students who have successfully completed their course work and are working on their thesis.   Your determination and motivation have brought you to the end of the rainbow.  The pot of gold waits!  Best of luck to all of you.

6/4/2009

Congratulations to Bree Garrett who just graduated from the MHNE program!

Bree Garrett is the Community Nutrition Coordinator for Jones Valley Urban Farm. She operates the farm’s Seed 2 Plate fieldtrip for children, which teaches them about the food system through a garden lesson, a nutrition lesson and a cooking lesson. She is also co-chair of the Jefferson County Childhood Obesity Taskforce, which allows her to work with policy, the school system, and the community. The taskforce is helping to make improvements in hundreds of children’s lives by getting healthier food into their communities, into their schools and into their homes.

Bree gives lectures to school children, teachers, parents, and community groups. Her focus is teaching the benefits of whole foods and helping people transition from the standard American diet (SAD) to a nutritious, delicious way of eating. Bree wrote her MHNE thesis on farm to school programs and how they can reverse childhood obesity. In her thesis Bree demonstrated that farm to school programs can positively affect children’s dietary habits, improve the quality and taste of school meals, encourage physical activity and being outside in nature which all have the ability to reverse the childhood obesity epidemic. The farm to school approach teaches children where their food comes from and the benefits of a diet full of fresh fruits and vegetables. Farm to school programs go beyond schools purchasing local produce for its cafeteria to include nutrition education, planting school gardens, farm tours, and recycling lessons. Connecting the next generation to good quality food and sustainable farming can help the pendulum swing back in the direction of promoting a healthy mindset and healthy lifestyle.

Thank you for this very important work Bree!

For more information about volunteer opportunities with JVUF and the Seed 2 Plate fieldtrip, or getting involved with the Jefferson County Childhood Obesity Task Force, email Bree Garrett at nutrition@jvuf.org.

2/20/2009

Kelly Baines just graduated from the Masters in Health and Nutrition Education program 

Kelly thesis focused on the importance of nutrition and fitness education before and after weight loss surgery Kelly is an active contributor in the health programs; Go Girl Go at KO Boxing and the El Segundo Womens League Health and Fitness Community Outreach. In March 2009, Kelly plans to formally open LiveInHealth, with partners, Cynthia Tibbs, a certified Physical Fitness Trainer and Jeana DeLay, a licensed Psychologist. LiveInHealth will combine nutrition, fitness and psychological support to clients. Their work will focus on establishing individual nutritional health requirements and designing specialized and unique programs for clients using whole food education, whole body exercises and whole mind techniques. Kelly specializes on working with pre/post-operative Gastric Bypass patients. She helps prepare pre-operative clients by educating about whole foods and creating new meal plans for that new small tummy and helps post-operative clients maintain a healthy nutritious life through food, exercise and the psychological support needed to adjust to new ways of living. You Go Girl Go!

2/19/2009 

Rhonda Ellis just graduated with Honors from the Master of Science in Holistic Nutrition program 

Rhonda Ellis received her BA in Exercise Physiology/Kinesiology from the University of Washington. She has worked with various hospitals in the Seattle area teaching classes in Sports Medicine and as a physical therapist assisting with patient care. Rhonda is also a licensed Massage Therapist and has taught high school. Rhonda started the MSHN program in January 2006. She has exemplified a student who has persevered and flourished during the course of her studies. Rhonda's thesis centered on adrenal fatigue, a common but often unrecognized condition affecting many people. We are looking forward to the 2-part presentation of her thesis on holistic nutritional solutions for adrenal fatigue Rhonda Thesis Statement says; I believe that adrenal fatigue may be the precursor to hypoglycemia, insulin resistance, and ultimately, type II diabetes. If supported with proper nutrition and lifestyle modifications, the disastrous consequences of adrenal fatigue can be avoided. Rhonda and her family enjoy creating new and innovative recipes to share with family and friends. Thanks for sharing Rhonda!

1/28/2009 

Congratulations to Darlene Voss who graduated from the Nutrition Consultant Program with honors!

Darlene is the owner of Optimal Wellness Nutrition (OWN). Her interest in Physical Education started at the age of 16 as a gymnastic coach. As an adult Darlene's focus has shifted to wellness and physical stamina. In 2004, Darlene began her nutritional education at Hawthorn. In 2005, she became a Certified Fitness Trainer with the International Sports Sciences Association. Darlene's research thesis is on nutrition as it relates to addiction. In it she hypothesizes that nutritionally-based detoxification and rehabilitation can not only eliminate an addictive substance and/or behavior, but will also add to the likelihood of a continued healthy change in diet and life style. Darlene looks forward to growing her business and is eager to educate the community about nutrition and wellness.

1/12/2009 

Congratulations to Hawthorn University Instructor Heidi Snyder, MS, CHN, NC who was elected to the board of directors of the National Association of Nutrition Professionals. Learn more about this progressive national organization at www.nanp.org