In May 2012, I will be graduating from the University of Tennessee with a Bachelor's degree in Nutrition and a minor in Psychology. My main focus however, has been on pharmacy and in the Fall of 2011 I will actually be applying for early admission to pharmacy school. From there, I plan on attending the University of Tennessee: College of Pharmacy and spending nine months in Memphis to complete my first year as a pharmacy student. My first choice would be to return to Knoxville after the nine months to finish my last three years of school. I am very interested in oncology pharmacy and have thought of possibly continuing my education after receiving my Pharm.D. My ultimate dream is to work in St. Jude Children's Research Hospital as an oncology pharmacist.
If not successful on my first attempt at pharmacy school, I plan on continuing to work and take classes for a full year and re-applying. Overall I just want to use my knowledge to benefit the public and to give back!
Volunteer Experience
Spring Sports Ambassador
This organization serves as hostesses to both track and baseball programs. For the track program, we must be at the track banquet to help registration, and also assist in home track meets such as the Sea Ray Relays doing tasks such as keeping indicator boards and helping in press box.
For the baseball program, we work all home baseball games doing tasks such as retrieving foul balls, picking up bats after use, ensuring umpires have enough baseballs as they desire, retrieving water for umpires, and making sure all batting equipment is put up after hitting.
This is my second year as a Spring Sports Ambassador, and I consider it an honor to be apart of this program.
This organization serves as hostesses to both track and baseball programs. For the track program, we must be at the track banquet to help registration, and also assist in home track meets such as the Sea Ray Relays doing tasks such as keeping indicator boards and helping in press box.
For the baseball program, we work all home baseball games doing tasks such as retrieving foul balls, picking up bats after use, ensuring umpires have enough baseballs as they desire, retrieving water for umpires, and making sure all batting equipment is put up after hitting.
This is my second year as a Spring Sports Ambassador, and I consider it an honor to be apart of this program.
N.E.A.T. Program
This nutrition program allows undergraduate students to travel to an inner city after-school program and teach kids about the importance of nutrition. Different lesson plans are given each week including a lesson and coordinating worksheets. This is such a rewarding program because you actually get to see results right before your own eyes!
OTHER:
I have volunteered for many other activities such as Fantasy of Trees, Race for the Cure, and Buddy's Race Against Cancer. I really enjoy meeting new people and giving back to my community whenever possible.
OTHER:
I have volunteered for many other activities such as Fantasy of Trees, Race for the Cure, and Buddy's Race Against Cancer. I really enjoy meeting new people and giving back to my community whenever possible.
Volunteering at the Fantasy of Trees in Knoxville, TN
Work Experience
I have or are currently working for the following employers:
Wal-mart Pharmacy(2010-Present)
New Fellowship Christian Academy (2008-2009)
I was responsible for all aspects of childcare including: feeding, napping, hygiene, and instructing Pre-K readiness skills. I also formed intimate relationships of trust and rapport with parents, co-workers, and children.
Starz Elite/Bounce House (2006-2007)
While employed at the Bounce house I helped parents to plan children's birthday parties by choosing themes, times, and activities. I also help set up decorations, gifts, and food prior to the event, and clean up afterwards. Finally, I was responsible for supervising the safety and well being of all activities during the parties.
Bruster's Real Ice cream (2005-2006)
I worked as a server/cashier at the Bruster's located on Emory Road in Powell, TN. I started at the age of 15 and worked for over a year. Not only did I gain basic knowledge about serving customers, I quickly began to realize the value of a dollar.
Wal-mart Pharmacy(2010-Present)
In the pharmacy there are several tasks that technicians are responsible for. Some of these responsibilities include:
- receiving written prescription or refill requests and verifying that the information is complete and accurate
- establishing and maintaining patient profiles
- including lists of medications taken by individual patients
- maintaining proper storage and security conditions for drugs
- answering telephones, responding to questions or requests
- Assisting customers by answering simple questions, locating items or referring them to the pharmacist for medication information.
- Receiving and storing incoming supplies, verifying quantities against invoices, checking for outdated medications in current inventory, and informing supervisors of stock needs and shortages.
- Prepacking bulk medicines, filling bottles with prescribed medications, and affixing labels
Court South (2009-2010)
(North Location)
While employed at Court South I was able to develop relationships with the gym members and their children while providing childcare during workouts. I also planned and implemented new games and activities for parent's night out and the monthly member appreciation dinner. Most of my time, however, was spent instructing children's classes involving ballet, cheerleading, tumble, aerobics, basketball, and soccer. New Fellowship Christian Academy (2008-2009)
I was responsible for all aspects of childcare including: feeding, napping, hygiene, and instructing Pre-K readiness skills. I also formed intimate relationships of trust and rapport with parents, co-workers, and children.
Starz Elite/Bounce House (2006-2007)
While employed at the Bounce house I helped parents to plan children's birthday parties by choosing themes, times, and activities. I also help set up decorations, gifts, and food prior to the event, and clean up afterwards. Finally, I was responsible for supervising the safety and well being of all activities during the parties.
Bruster's Real Ice cream (2005-2006)
I worked as a server/cashier at the Bruster's located on Emory Road in Powell, TN. I started at the age of 15 and worked for over a year. Not only did I gain basic knowledge about serving customers, I quickly began to realize the value of a dollar.
Works In Progress
Fall 2010
BCMB 401: Biochemistry I
Microbiology 210: General Microbiology
Nutrition 303: Food service Operation
Nutrition 410: Professionals Issues/Dietetics
HRT 341: Food Safety/ Sanitation
Psychology 470: Theories of Personality
Spring 2011
BCMB 402: Biochemistry II
Physics 221: Elements of Physics I
Nutrition 313: Vitamins and Minerals
Nutrition 314: Energy Metabolism and Metabolic Integration
Nutrition 420: Food and Nutritional Analysis
Summer 2011
Physics 222: Elements of Physics II
Chemistry 130: General Chemistry II
Fall 2011
Statistics 201: Intro to Statistics
Nutrition 415: Clinical Nutrition I
Microbiology 430: Immunology
Psychology (?)
Spring 2012
Nutrition 416: Clinical Nutrition II
Nutrition 412: Food and Nutrition in the Community
Psychology (?)
BCMB 401: Biochemistry I
Microbiology 210: General Microbiology
Nutrition 303: Food service Operation
Nutrition 410: Professionals Issues/Dietetics
HRT 341: Food Safety/ Sanitation
Psychology 470: Theories of Personality
Spring 2011
BCMB 402: Biochemistry II
Physics 221: Elements of Physics I
Nutrition 313: Vitamins and Minerals
Nutrition 314: Energy Metabolism and Metabolic Integration
Nutrition 420: Food and Nutritional Analysis
Summer 2011
Physics 222: Elements of Physics II
Chemistry 130: General Chemistry II
Fall 2011
Statistics 201: Intro to Statistics
Nutrition 415: Clinical Nutrition I
Microbiology 430: Immunology
Psychology (?)
Spring 2012
Nutrition 416: Clinical Nutrition II
Nutrition 412: Food and Nutrition in the Community
Psychology (?)
Academic Plan of Study
Fall 2007
Sociology 120: General Sociology
Psychology 110: General Psychology
Math 119: College Algebra
Math 109: Algebra Workshop
1ST YRS ST 10: First Year Studies
Dance 320: Jazz Level II
Spring 2008
HRT 101: Science of Foods
Math 125: Basic Calculus
Musicology 120: History of Rock
Nutrition 100: Introductory Nutrition
Fall 2008
Chemistry 120: General Chemistry I
HRT 210: Foodservice Operations Management
Nutrition 201: Careers In Nutrition
Accounting 200: Foundations of Accounting
Economics 201: Intro Economics: Survey Course
Spring 2009
Chemistry 130: General Chemistry II
Communication Studies 240: Business Communications
Musicology 110: Intro Music Western Culture
Nutrition 302: Lifespan Nutrition
Spanish 211: Intermediate Spanish
Summer 2009
BCMB 230: Human Physiology
Fall 2009
Chemistry 350: Organic Chemistry I
Classics 273: Medical Terminology
Nutrition 310: Physiological Chemistry
Accounting 200: Foundations of Accounting
Spring 2010
Chemistry 360: Organic Chemistry II
Chemistry 369: Organic Chemistry Lab
EEB 240: Human Anatomy
Psychology 300: Child Psychology
Summer 2010
Biology 130: Biodiversity
Biology 140: Organization/Function of cell
Spanish 212: Intermediate Spanish
Sociology 120: General Sociology
Psychology 110: General Psychology
Math 119: College Algebra
Math 109: Algebra Workshop
1ST YRS ST 10: First Year Studies
Dance 320: Jazz Level II
Spring 2008
HRT 101: Science of Foods
Math 125: Basic Calculus
Musicology 120: History of Rock
Nutrition 100: Introductory Nutrition
Fall 2008
Chemistry 120: General Chemistry I
HRT 210: Foodservice Operations Management
Nutrition 201: Careers In Nutrition
Accounting 200: Foundations of Accounting
Economics 201: Intro Economics: Survey Course
Spring 2009
Chemistry 130: General Chemistry II
Communication Studies 240: Business Communications
Musicology 110: Intro Music Western Culture
Nutrition 302: Lifespan Nutrition
Spanish 211: Intermediate Spanish
Summer 2009
BCMB 230: Human Physiology
Fall 2009
Chemistry 350: Organic Chemistry I
Classics 273: Medical Terminology
Nutrition 310: Physiological Chemistry
Accounting 200: Foundations of Accounting
Spring 2010
Chemistry 360: Organic Chemistry II
Chemistry 369: Organic Chemistry Lab
EEB 240: Human Anatomy
Psychology 300: Child Psychology
Summer 2010
Biology 130: Biodiversity
Biology 140: Organization/Function of cell
Spanish 212: Intermediate Spanish
Skill Areas/Certifications
CPR (Adult, Child, and Infant) and AED Certification
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Certified Pharmacy Technician
National Restaurant Association: Food Production Certification
National Restaurant Association: Inventory and Processing Certification
National Restaurant Association: Menu Marketing and Management Certification
Work Philosophy
I believe that each position I have held has better enabled me to communicate with a broader demograph. Because of my career and volunteer experiences, I have developed the necessary skills needed to help people to better their lives. It is important to set goals for one's self and to utilize all means necessary to acheive them.
I also believe that being a team player is priceless if a group of people are to work together as one. As a pharmacy technician I have had to, and continue to, work with a group of people in a very fast-paced, demanding setting under the leadership of one pharmacist. This job would not be possible if we each, as individuals, did not recognize and accomplish our own individual duties.
I have had a job since I was 15, and continue to work part-time through college while taking no less than a 14 hour class load each semester. Balancing homework, a job, sorority responsibilites, and a personal life would not be possible without impeccable time management skills.
I also believe that being a team player is priceless if a group of people are to work together as one. As a pharmacy technician I have had to, and continue to, work with a group of people in a very fast-paced, demanding setting under the leadership of one pharmacist. This job would not be possible if we each, as individuals, did not recognize and accomplish our own individual duties.
I have had a job since I was 15, and continue to work part-time through college while taking no less than a 14 hour class load each semester. Balancing homework, a job, sorority responsibilites, and a personal life would not be possible without impeccable time management skills.
Professional Memberships
Delta Gamma Fraternity-Gamma Alpha Chapter
I have been a member of the Delta Gamma Fraternity for 4 years and it has been a great experience. Delta Gamma has really molded me into a more outgoing and personable woman. I have been given so many rewarding opportunities to give back to the community through volunteer work and raisng money for our philanthropy, Service for Sight. Last year we raised over $50,000 for Vision Camp, which is a locally sponsored event for visually impaired children. Not only has this been a rewarding experience, but I have been able to make some friendships of a lifetime.
Working on crafts with an inner city daycare
Sisters and I at Anchor Splash®, which is our main fundraiser for Service for Sight
Ashley Tranum
Ashley was born and raised in Knoxville, TN and is a graduate of Halls High School. She was the director of Childcare at Court South (North location) for over 4 years. During her time at court south, Ashley was in charge of all aspects of childcare, including planning membership appreciation dinners and events for parents night out. Ashley is currently finishing up school to become an LPN. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her 2 year old son and husband.
Ashley was born and raised in Knoxville, TN and is a graduate of Halls High School. She was the director of Childcare at Court South (North location) for over 4 years. During her time at court south, Ashley was in charge of all aspects of childcare, including planning membership appreciation dinners and events for parents night out. Ashley is currently finishing up school to become an LPN. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her 2 year old son and husband.
Kimberly Keeton Pharm. D.
Kimberly Keeton is originally from Princeton, West Virginia. She attended West Virginia University where she received her PharmD. She moved to Knoxville shortly after completing graduation and has lived here in Tennessee since. She is currently a pharmasist at the Clinton Highway Wal-mart. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her four year old daughter and visiting West Virginia often.
Kimberly Keeton is originally from Princeton, West Virginia. She attended West Virginia University where she received her PharmD. She moved to Knoxville shortly after completing graduation and has lived here in Tennessee since. She is currently a pharmasist at the Clinton Highway Wal-mart. In her spare time she enjoys spending time with her four year old daughter and visiting West Virginia often.
Brooke Chester Pharm.D.
6777 Clinton Hwy
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 938-6760
Kimberly Keeton Pharm.D.
6777 Clinton Hwy
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 938-6760
kimkeeton@comcast.net
Ashley Tranum
5621 Merchants Center Blvd.
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 688-3600
6777 Clinton Hwy
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 938-6760
Kimberly Keeton Pharm.D.
6777 Clinton Hwy
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 938-6760
kimkeeton@comcast.net
Ashley Tranum
5621 Merchants Center Blvd.
Knoxville, TN 37912
(865) 688-3600
Brooke Chester Pharm.D.
Brooke was born and raised in Knoxville, TN. She completed Pharmacy school at Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama. She is now the pharmacy manager at the Clinton Highway Wal-mart in Knoxville, TN. As the manager, she oversees that the pharmacy is run as smoothly as possible with small error. She is responsible for all of the pharmacy technicians and other pharmasists that are employed. In her free time, Brooke enjoys spending time with her husband and is soon to be expecting another member of the family!!
Brooke was born and raised in Knoxville, TN. She completed Pharmacy school at Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama. She is now the pharmacy manager at the Clinton Highway Wal-mart in Knoxville, TN. As the manager, she oversees that the pharmacy is run as smoothly as possible with small error. She is responsible for all of the pharmacy technicians and other pharmasists that are employed. In her free time, Brooke enjoys spending time with her husband and is soon to be expecting another member of the family!!
Work Samples
Nutrition 201: Careers In Nutriton
Nutrition 302: Lifespan Nutrition
Nutrition 310: Physiological Chemistry
Nutrition 410: Professionals In Dietetics
Nutrition 302: Lifespan Nutrition
Nutrition 310: Physiological Chemistry
Nutrition 410: Professionals In Dietetics
Biography
Lindsey Brooks was born in Franklin, Tennessee, and, at the age of four, moved with her family to Knoxville, Tennessee. There she graduated from Halls High School in the spring of 2007. As the daughter of two University of Tennessee alumni, she chose to follow in her parents’ footsteps and attend the University of Tennessee as well.
Throughout her time attending UT, she has been involved in several campus activities and organizations while maintain a stern focus on academics. Lindsey is currently a senior at the university and plans to graduate in the spring of 2011 with a major in nutrition, and a minor in psychology. In the fall of 2011, Lindsey will be applying to pharmacy school for early admission.
Lindsey has always enjoyed helping people and improving the lives of others, especially children. Starting at a young age she also discovered her interest in the health care field. By combining her willingness to help people and her love for medicine, she hopes to one day become a oncology pharmasist. Her real dream would be working as a pharmasist in St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tennessee.
In the meantime, Lindsey is finishing up her undergraduate degree while working part time as a pharmacy technician at a local wal-mart. When not working or studying, Lindsey spends most of her time with her family or helping out in her community any way she can.
In the meantime, Lindsey is finishing up her undergraduate degree while working part time as a pharmacy technician at a local wal-mart. When not working or studying, Lindsey spends most of her time with her family or helping out in her community any way she can.
Cover Letter
8118 Leclay Drive
Knoxville, TN 37938
September 28, 2010
To Whom It May Concern:
I wish to be considered for this position in your graduate program. I am currently completing my education in the Bachelor of Nutrition at the University of Tennessee, with my emphasis in the area of Pharmacy and I feel as if I have prepared myself for high expectations and am ready to continue my education. I am confident that I would make a great addition to your program.
I have documented my academic plan of study, successful work experience, along with extracurricular activities. My bachelor's degree in Nutrtion along with volunteer work has provided me with the knowledge needed to be eligible for your program. I want to be very involved in improving the quality of lives of those individuals I have the opportunity to help.
While the attached resume outlines my qualifications more in depth, it cannot demonstrate my interpersonal skills or desire for this opportunity. I see graduate school as a wonderful next step towards attaining my life long goals. I feel that I can benefit the graduate school with my unique abilities while at the same time furthering my education. I hope that the skills and knowledge I obtain from this graduate degree will give me the opportunity to seek a challenging, yet rewarding career. Thank you for your time and consideration and I hope to hear from you soon.
While the attached resume outlines my qualifications more in depth, it cannot demonstrate my interpersonal skills or desire for this opportunity. I see graduate school as a wonderful next step towards attaining my life long goals. I feel that I can benefit the graduate school with my unique abilities while at the same time furthering my education. I hope that the skills and knowledge I obtain from this graduate degree will give me the opportunity to seek a challenging, yet rewarding career. Thank you for your time and consideration and I hope to hear from you soon.
Sincerely,
Lindsey Brooks
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