Matthew Landry

CELL (985) 519-4029 E-MAIL mland84@lsu.edu

SUMMARY
A senior in nutrition and food science in Louisiana State University's (LSU) College of
Agriculture. After completing undergraduate education aspires to attend graduate school
and pursue a PhD. Primary interest in clinical and behavioral nutrition with a theme of
science for intervention.
A keen interest in discovering triggers of chronic disease through innovative interventions
that improve human health across lifespan. Secondary interest in the impact of dietary
patterns established in childhood on obesity and chronic disease risk as well as efficacy of
community, health care, and public policy strategies to reduce risks.
Successful at translating complex ideas into simple, direct and persuasive messages for
diverse audiences. Ability to thrive in a demanding team or solo driven environment
requiring a high degree of deadline-dependent productivity, commitment, adaptability,
initiative, and follow-through. Strong attention to detail and commitment to delivering
quality results.
EDUCATION
Louisiana State University (LSU), Baton Rouge, LA
College of Agriculture, School of Nutrition and Food Sciences
Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Sciences
Degree Expected May 2015
GPA: 3.73
Minor: Agriculture
Roger Hadfield Ogden Honors College
Upper Division Honors (Expected (May 2015)
College Honors (Expected May 2015)
Communication across the Curriculum (CxC)
Distinguished Communicator Certification (Expected May 2015)
RELAVENT COURSEWORK
BIOL 2160 Human Physiology
BIOL 4087 Basic Biochemistry
EXST 2201 Introduction to Statistical
Analysis
FDSC 2000 Fundamentals of Food Science
FDSC 3000 Food Safety
FDSC 4070 Food Law, Standards, and
Regulations
HUEC 2010 Nutrition in Health
HUEC 2110 Nutritional Assessment
HUEC 2112 Human Lifecycle Nutrition
HUEC 3110 Nutritional Education and
Counseling

HUEC 3115 Human Nutrition and

Metabolism
HUEC 3116 Community Nutrition
HUEC 4021 Contemporary Topics in
Nutrition
HUEC 4111 Nutrition and Disease I
HSCI 100 Language of Health and
Disease*
HSCI 105 Communicating Science*
HSCI 160 Health Promotion and Disease
Prevention*
KIN 2500 Human Anatomy
*Taken at Georgetown University

EXPERIENCE
LSU Center for Academic Success
January 2013 Present (Spring 2013, Fall 2013, Spring 2014, Fall 2014 semesters)
Supplemental Instructor (SI) for KIN 2500 Human Anatomy
LSU AgCenter, Department of Entomology, Disaster Ecology Laboratory
October 2012 Present
Undergraduate Research Assistant
LSU Athletics, Department of Athletic Training, Division of Sports Nutrition
January 2015 Present
Sports Nutrition Intern
Pennington Biomedical Research Center, Preventative Medicine Department
May 2014 August 2014
Lifestyle Intervention Intern
RESEARCH FUNDING
Tiger Athletic Foundation Scholarship Supporting Honors Thesis Research (October
2014) $1,000
Nutrient Adequacy, Diet Quality, and Weight/Adiposity Parameters of Children
Participating in or Eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program:
NHANES 2003-2010
LSU College of Agriculture and LSU AgCenter Undergraduate Research Grant (2014
2015) $5,750
Mechanism of oil intake and distribution of linolenic and linoleic acids in fire ant
colonies
LSU College of Agriculture and LSU AgCenter Undergraduate Research Grant (2013
2014) $6,999
Effects of salinity on the aggressiveness and venom production of the red imported
fire ant, Solenopsis invicta
RESEARCH PRESENTATIONS
Effects of Salinity on the Aggressiveness and Venom Production of the Red Imported Fire
Ant, Solenopsis invicta, presented at the National Conference on Urban Entomology, May
18-21, 2014, San Antonio, TX
Effects of Salinity on the Aggressiveness and Venom Production of the Red Imported Fire
Ant, Solenopsis invicta, presented at the LSU Honors College Research Colloquium, April
24, 2014, Baton Rouge, LA
Effects of Salinity on the Aggressiveness and Venom Production of the Red Imported Fire
Ant, Solenopsis invicta, presented at the LSU Gamma Sigma Delta Research Open House,
April 10, 2014, Baton Rouge, LA

Effects of Salinity on the Aggressiveness and Venom Production of the Red Imported Fire
Ant, Solenopsis invicta, presented at the LSU Discover Research Day, March 10, 2014,
Baton Rouge, LA

SCHOLARSHIPS
College of Agriculture Sibyl and Joseph Dore Memorial (Fall 2014)
School of Human Ecology Nicole Melissa Munn Memorial (Fall 2014)
KC Toups Memorial Les Voyageur Award (Spring 2014)
College of Agriculture Lee Berwick Working Student (Fall 2013)
Alpha Lambda Delta Sophomore Merit (Fall 2013)
College of Agriculture Charles Stewart Churchill Memorial (Fall 2012)
School of Human Ecology Dorothy C. Howell Alumni (Fall 2011)
Louisiana TOPS Honors Award (Fall 2011 Spring 2015)
LSU Tiger Excellence Resident Award (Fall 2011 Spring 2015)
HONOR SOCIETIES*
Alpha Epsilon Delta ( Pre-Health Honor Society) - Fall 2012
Alpha Lambda Delta ( Freshman Honor Society) - Spring 2012
Alpha Zeta ( Agricultural Honorary and Professional Society) - Fall 2012
Beta Beta Beta (BBB Biological Honor Society) - Fall 2014
Gamma Sigma Delta ( Agricultural Honor Society) Fall 2014
Golden Key International Honour Society Spring 2014
Mortar Board Spring 2014
Omicron Delta Kappa (K Leadership Honor Society) - Spring 2013
Phi Eta Sigma ( Freshman Honor Society) - Spring 2012
Phi Kappa Phi (K Academic Honor Society) - Spring 2013
Phi Sigma Theta ( Honor Society) Spring 2014
Sigma Xi (The Scientific Research Society) Summer 2014
*Listed with induction date
Founding member
ACHIEVEMENTS
LSU Campus Life, 26th Annual Class of Leadership LSU (Spring 2015)
LSU Discover Scholar (Fall 2014)
Chancellors List (Fall 2011, Fall 2014)
LSU Discover Research Day Tiger Choice Best Poster (Spring 2014)
Deans List (Spring 2012, Fall 2012, Spring 2014)
KC Toups Memorial Les Voyageur Award (Spring 2014)
Phi Kappa Phi Outstanding Junior Nominee (Spring 2014)
LSU Homecoming Court (Fall 2011, Fall 2013)
LSU Top 10 Freshman Mortar Board, Blazer Chapter (Fall 2012)
Gamma Sigma Delta () Sophomore Award of Merit (Spring 2012)

UNIVERSITY COMMITTEES
LSU Quality Enhancement Panel (QEP), for SACSCOC Reaffirmation of Accreditation
Student Body Representative (Fall 2012 Spring 2014)
Student Advisory Committee (Fall 2013 Present)
Communication across the Curriculum (CxC)
Student Advisory Council (Fall 2012 Present)
UNIVERSITY SERVICE
LSU Office of Disability Services Notetaker
CHEM 1201 General Chemistry
HUEC 2010 Nutrition in Health
HUEC 2112 - Human Life Cycle Nutrition
KIN 2500 Human Anatomy
PHYS 2002 General Physics II
Volunteer LSU
CHANGE Break: Vancouver (January 2014)
Community Bound Team Leader (August 2013)
Geaux Big Baton Rouge (March 2014)
Biology Intensive Orientation for Students (BIOS)
Small Group Leader (August 2013, August 2014)
PROFESSIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND)
Student Member (August 2012 Present)
National Organization of Men in Nutrition (May 2014 Present)
Research Dietetic Practice Group (May 2014 Present)
American Society for Nutrition (ASN)
Student Member (October 2014 Present)
Louisiana Dietetics Association (LDA)
Student Member (August 2012 Present)
Baton Rouge Dietetics Association (BRDA)
Student Member (Fall 2013 Present)
EXTRACURRICULAR
LSU Ambassadors
Leadership Roles
Chancellors Executive Support Team (2014)
Funding and Financial Associate Chair (2012-2013)
Spring Invitational Orientation Leader (2012, 2013, 2014)
Spring Invitational Senior College Leader (2014)
Committees
Funding and Financial (Fall 2012, Spring 2013)
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Orientation (Fall 2011, Spring 2014)

Recruiting (Spring 2012)
Special Programs (Fall 2014)
Training (Fall 2013)
LSU College of Agriculture Les Voyageurs
Leadership Roles
Marketing and Branding Chairperson (2013-2015)
Alpha Epsilon Delta Honor Society
Leadership Roles
Membership Chair (2013-2014)
Executive Vice President (2014-2015)
21st Annual Halloween Food Drive Coordinator (2014)
16th Annual Loop the Lake Fun Run Race Director (2014-2015)
Omicron Delta Kappa Honor Society
Leadership Roles
Vice President of Finances (2013-2014)
CERTIFICATIONS
Protecting Human Research Participants (March 2014)
National Institutes of Health (NIH) Office of Extramural Research, License 966197
American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification
Expires May 2016