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Susan Newkirk

Energizer · DISC type I
SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator at Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County
📍 Buffalo, New York, United States

Susan Newkirk is a dedicated SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator at Cornell Cooperative Extension, where she provides educational programming and community outreach. A graduate of DYouville University, she leverages her expertise and certifications as a Personal Trainer and Functional Nutrition Counselor to teach healthy eating on a limited budget.

Outside of her professional work, Susan has a background in coaching, having served as a JV Field Hockey Coach. This experience highlights her passion for youth development and athletics, where she developed game plans and acted as a positive role model for student-athletes.

She holds dual certifications as a Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and a Certified Functional Nutrition Counselor (CFNC).

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Experience
8 Years
Current Role
SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator
Location
Buffalo, New York, United States
Personality Overview

How Susan shows up

Imaginative
Informal
Full Of Energy

They are not always early adopters but can be pursuaded by leveraging strong relationships. They are always positive and upbeat, so take their promises with a pinch of salt. Unlike C or D types, they are vocal with their opinions but not so much with their questions.

Priorities

Topics Susan cares about

Community Nutrition
Her career is focused on providing community-based nutrition education to residents eligible for SNAP benefits, helping them eat healthy on a limited budget.
Senior Wellness
She has experience as a consultant adapting nutrition curriculum specifically for senior housing site participants to ensure its effectiveness for older adults.
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Career

Work history

11-2022
SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator
Cornell Cooperative Extension of Niagara County
1-2022 - 6-2023
Nutrition Educator Consultant
University of New England
4-2018 - 9-2022
SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator
The Opportunity Alliance
8-2017 - 12-2021
JV Field Hockey Coach
Oxford Hills High School
Dietetic Intern
MaineHealth
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Education
2025 - 2027
Master of Science - MS
D'Youville University
2012 - 2016
Bachelor of Science - BS
University of Maine at Farmington
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

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Influence (I)

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