Rebecca Calkins

About Rebecca Calkins

I am a strategic communications and impact leader passionate about helping organizations…

Experience

1. Community Nutrition Instructor

   Michigan State University Extension

   Apr 2025 — Present · Ann Arbor, MI, US

   Deliver in-person and virtual nutrition and physical activity education programs to diverse youth and adult audiences, using evidence-based curricula aligned with SNAP-Ed and EFNEP guidelinesQuickly established four six-week series of classes within the first three months of employment, becoming the fastest new hire in the program to build a full teaching schedule and demonstrating strong initiative and community engagement skillsIdentify and refer opportunities for policy, systems, and environmental (PSE) improvements within community sites, facilitating connections for further coaching by program colleaguesDevelop and maintain strong partnerships with schools, community organizations, and local stakeholders to expand program reach and impactDesign and adapt program materials and delivery strategies to meet community needs and ensure equitable access to health educationPromote diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all programming, actively identifying and addressing barriers to participationCollect and analyze data on participant outcomes and program impact, supporting continuous improvement and grant complianceRepresent MSU Extension at community events and councils, enhancing visibility and strengthening organizational relationshipsSupport and contribute to internal teams focused on innovation, program evaluation, and curriculum developmentActively engage in professional development to advance knowledge in nutrition, physical activity, and inclusive community education

Education

• Ball State University

  B.A.

  2002 — 2006

• Western High School

  Diploma

  1999 — 2002

• Full Sail University

  M.S.

  2010 — 2011

• Université de Picardie Jules Verne (Amiens)

  Completed the International Student Exchange Program - Spring 2006

  2006 — 2006

Skills

• Twitter Marketing
• Html
• Public Relations
• Outdoor Advertising
• Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
• Event Planning
• Adobe Creative Suite
• Customer Service
• Business Networking
• Twitter
• Google Adwords
• Marketing Strategy
• Pinterest Marketing
• Advertising
• Web Design
• Social Media
• Blogging
• French
• SEO Copywriting
• Instagram
• Community Outreach
• Email Marketing
• Strategic Planning
• Google Analytics
• Project Coordination
• Radio Advertising
• Social Networking
• Grant Writing
• Leadership
• Microsoft Office
• Online Advertising
• Facebook
• Google+
• Social Media Marketing
• Marketing
• Public Speaking
• SEO