Samantha Shanks

Samantha Shanks, MS RDN, currently serves as a Public Health Nutritionist III and WIC Supervisor at the Vermont Department of Health since January 2021. In addition, Samantha co-coaches the UVM Synchronized Skating Team at the University of Vermont while previously holding roles such as Nutrition Care Representative at the University of Vermont Medical Center and Program Director’s Assistant at the University of Vermont. Samantha has extensive experience in the food and nutrition sector, including positions as a waitress and bartender at Ken's Pizza and Pub and figure skating instructor at Leddy Park Arena. Academic qualifications include a Master of Science in Dietetics from the University of Vermont, complemented by a Bachelor's degree from the same institution, and a high school diploma from Champlain Valley Union High School.