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Marina Yancey

Marina Yancey

Atlanta

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven aspiring wellness coach. Skilled at applying various wellness techniques to optimize client experience towards their health journey. Distinguished background in academic research and teaching. Made significant contributions to previous institutions through innovative pedagogical approaches and impactful research.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

University Professor

University Of Georgia
Athens
01.2025 - 05.2025
  • Conducted an intensive Elementary Russian course within the government-sponsored Flagship Program.
  • Developed syllabus of lectures, classwork and assignments.
  • Evaluated student progress throughout the semester using appropriate assessment tools.

Russian Lecturer

Georgia Tech
Atlanta
08.2021 - 12.2024
  • Facilitated engaging class discussions to stimulate critical thinking on contemporary issues.
  • Implemented innovative teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.
  • Provided academic support, career advice, and personal guidance during regular office hours.
  • Fostered an inclusive classroom environment that promoted respect and collaboration among students.
  • Offered letters of recommendation and referrals for students pursuing further education or postgraduate employment.

Education

Certification in Wellness Coaching - Health And Wellness

NASM
Gilbert, AZ
04-2025

Certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition - Nutrition Sciences

Cornell University
Ithaca, NY
11-2022

Ph.D. - Cognitive Linguistics

University of Tyumen
Tyumen, Russia
12-2017

Skills

  • Holistic wellness strategies
  • Program design and implementation
  • Behavior change techniques
  • Active listening and relationship building
  • Goal setting and habit formation
  • Data analysis and performance evaluation

Languages

English
Full Professional
Russian
Native/ Bilingual

Affiliations

Hiking, ice-skating, cross-country and mountain skiing, practicing yoga and meditation, environmental gardening, developing plant-based recipes, sustainable interior design.

Timeline

University Professor

University Of Georgia
01.2025 - 05.2025

Russian Lecturer

Georgia Tech
08.2021 - 12.2024

Certification in Wellness Coaching - Health And Wellness

NASM

Certificate in Plant-Based Nutrition - Nutrition Sciences

Cornell University

Ph.D. - Cognitive Linguistics

University of Tyumen