Mentors

Jennifer Messana Nutrition Mentor Jennifer Messana is a graduate student currently working towards a degree in Nutrition and Food sciences with an emphasis in dietetics. She graduated from Humboldt State with a Bachelor of Arts degree. She has since discovered her passion for nutrition and her desire to help clients reach their nutrition related goals. Jennifer loves to cook and try new recipes, she also enjoys working out and spending time with friends.

Hillary Parker Nutrition Mentor Hillary Parker is a senior student working towards a B.S. in Food & Nutrition Communication with an emphasis in Writing. Hillary believes that a healthy lifestyle is ultimately reached when one stops trying to be healthy and just lives healthy. She shares her passion for the written word, food, fitness, and the process of pursuing a balanced, fulfilling, and happy life on her blog, Nutrition Nut on the Run.  Hillary enjoys shopping at the farmer's market, training for half-marathons, and trying any new recipe that involves peanut butter or dark chocolate.

Nicole Reed Nutrition Mentor Nicole Reed is currently working towards a degree in Nutrition and Food Sciences with an emphasis in Dietetics. She also runs for Chico State as a member of both Cross Country and Track teams. Nicole serves as the Vice President of the Nutrition and Food Science Assocation student club.

Kendra Schapansky Nutrition Mentor Kendra Schapansky is a senior student finishing up her degree in Nutrition and Food Science with an emphasis in Dietetics. She is the current President of the Nutrition and Food Science Association on campus. Kendra is passionate about helping clients reach their personal nutrition goals. In her spare time, she enjoys cooking, running through the park, and hanging out with friends.

Brandon Masai Exercise Adherence Mentor Brandon Masai graduated from California State University, Chico in 2009 with a B.A. in Kinesiology.  He has since obtained a single subject teaching credential in Physical Education, and is currently pursuing a master’s degree in Kinesiology, specializing in Exercise and Sport Psychology.  He played three years on the Chico State Club soccer team, and has coached at the high school and college club level.  Brandon's passion can be summed up in these words: “mens sana in corpore sano” which translates to “a sound mind in a sound body," and feels Chico is the perfect place to accomplish this!  He is willing to try anything twice, and enjoys any activity in the sun.  Brandon likes to disc golf, play tennis, and cross-train.

Carson Lowden Exercise Adherence Mentor Carson is a graduate student in the Department of Kinesiology.

Nick Lennegren Exercise Adherence Mentor Brian is a graduate student in the Department of Kinesiology

Brian Beeman  

Exercise Adherence Mentor

Brian Beeman graduated from California State University, Chico in 2010 with a B.A. in Kinesiology.  He is currently pursuing his master's degree in Kinesiology specializing in Sport and Exercise Psychology.  He competed for two years as a Decathlete for the Chico State Track and Field.  He is currently competing for Chico States Club Ultimate team.  Brian is also an assistant coach for the Chico State Track and Field team helping out with the multi-eventers and the long and triple jumpers.  He enjoys anything that has to do with sports and hanging out with friends.