Melanie Jewkes
Home and Community Department
Extension Professor | Family & Consumer Sciences | Salt Lake County

Contact Information
Office Location: Salt Lake CountyPhone: 385-468-4838
Email: melanie.jewkes@usu.edu
Additional Information:
Educational Background
Licensures & Certifications
Teaching Interests
Create Better Health (SNAP-Ed) - Salt Lake County |Create Better Health online course |Empowering Financial Wellness Program|Homebuyer Education online course (English & Spanish)|Food Preservation |Date Your Mate - Salt Lake Marriage Celebration
Awards
Dean Don Felker Financial Management Award (national winner), 2024
National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
Spirit of Extension, 2024
Utah State University Extension
SNAP-Ed/EFNEP Educational Program Award (National 1st Place winner), 2022
National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
Early Career Service, 2016
Epsilon Sigma Phi
Community Partnership Award -- Utah State Nutrition Action Coalition (SNAC), 2016
Utah Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
Family Health and Wellness Award -- Utah Food $ense Program, 2016
Utah Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
Distinguished Team -- mentoring achievement, research and involvement team , 2016
Epsilon Sigma Phi
Early Career Service, 2016
Epsilon Sigma Phi
Diversity Award, Salt Lake County Food $ense Nutrition Education Team, 2013
Utah Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
Innovative Program Award, Utah Food $ense Nutrition Education Team, 2013
Utah Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
Marketing/Public Relations Award, Marriage & Relationship Strengthening Team, 2013
Utah Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
Peer Recognition Award, 2013
Utah Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
Program Excellence Through Research Award, Utah Food $ense Nutrition Education Team, 2013
Utah Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
Florence Hall Team Award, 2012
National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
Human Development/Family Relationships Team Award, 2012
National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
Florence Hall Team Award, 2012
Utah Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
Human Development/Family Relationships Team Award, 2012
Utah Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
Peer Recognition Award, 2012
Utah Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
County of the Year, 2011
Utah State University Food $ense Nutrition Program State Office
Diversity/Multicultural Team Award, 2011
Epsilon Sigma Phi IOTA Chapter
Florence Hall Award , 2011
Utah Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
State Team Award, 2011
Epsilon Sigma Phi IOTA Chapter
New Professional Award, 2010
National Extension Association of Family & Consumer Sciences
New Professional Award, 2010
National Extension Association of Family & Consumer Sciences
New Professional Award, 2010
Utah Extension Association of Family & Consumer Sciences
Peer Recognition Award, 2010
Utah Extension Association of Family & Consumer Sciences
New Educator Award, 2009
Utah Extension Association of Family & Consumer Sciences
Paper Presentation Award, 2008
Utah State University Graduate Research Symposium
Publications | Abstracts
- Christensen, A., Jewkes, M., (2022). Empowering Financial Wellness Education for Women During Economic Uncertainty Abstract. Association of Financial Counseling and Planning Education
- Darrington, J., Jewkes, M., (2012). Extending the reach with master food preservers: a pilot study. Utah State University Extension Annual Conference Proceedings
- Jewkes, M., Gunnell, S., LeBlanc, H.R, Christensen, N.K, (2012). Integrating food $ense nutrition education into English as second language for refugees. Utah State University Extension Annual Conference Proceedings
An asterisk (*) at the end of a publication indicates that it has not been peer-reviewed.
- Steinitz, T., Wagner, K.M, Drost, D.T, Alston, D.G, Hunter, B., Nischwitz, C., Ramirez, R., Allen, L., Barnhill, J.V, Frame, D., Pace, M., Durward, C., Reeve, J., Jewkes, M., Heflebower, R.F, (2014). A Guide to Common Organic Gardening Questions. USU Extension *
- Delgadillo, L., Jewkes, M., (2012). The Encyclopedia of Housing, Second Edition: Affordability. SAGE Publications
- Albertson, M.K, Jewkes, M., (2012). Highlights form County Faculty Who Are in Year Two of Programming - Salt Lake County: Relationship Education 2011. Utah State University Extension *
Publications | Book Chapters
An asterisk (*) at the end of a publication indicates that it has not been peer-reviewed.
Publications | Fact Sheets
- Jewkes, M., Housekeeper, H., Make marriage a priority: Date Your Mate.
- Jewkes, M., Roberts, A., Hunsaker, T.C, Henderson, A.E, Riggs, K., Memmott, M.P, (2013). Slashing Expenses. Utah State University Extension
- Jewkes, M., Roberts, A., Hunsaker, T.C, Henderson, A.E, Riggs, K., Memmott, M.P, (2013). Slashing Expenses. Utah State University Extension
- Jewkes, M., (2011). Cooking with cranberries.
- Jewkes, M., (2011). Cooking with limes.
- Jewkes, M., (2011). Cooking with Potatoes.
- Jewkes, M., (2011). Cooking with spinach. Utah State University Extension Food $ense Program
- Jewkes, M., (2009). Teaching Children Money Management.. *
- Jewkes, M., (2009). Balancing the Budget: Fitting it all in.. *
An asterisk (*) at the end of a publication indicates that it has not been peer-reviewed.
Publications | Curriculum
- Jewkes, M., (2018). CREATE Better Health: Refugee Curriculum. Utah State University Extension
- Hunsaker, T., Washburn, C., Jewkes, M., Neid-Avila, J., (2016). CREATES Family Mealtime. Utah State University Extension
An asterisk (*) at the end of a publication indicates that it has not been peer-reviewed.
Publications | Journal Articles
Academic Journal
- Wagner, K.M, Curtis, K., Jewkes, M., (2022). The Impact of Free Senior Center Farmers' Markets During Covid-19. Journal of the National Association of County Agriculture Agents, 15:2
- Nur, H., Atoloye, A., Wengreen, H., Savoie Roskos, M., Archuleta, M., Wille, C., Jewkes, M., (2021). A Scoping Review and Assessing the Evidence for Nutrition Education Delivery Strategies for Refugees in High-Income Countries. Advances in Nutrition: An International Review Journal, 12:6, 2508-2524. doi: 10.1093/advances/nmab080
- Durward, C., Savoie Roskos, M., Atoloye, A., Isabella, P., Jewkes, M., Ralls, B., Riggs, K., LeBlanc, H.R, (2019). Double Up Food Bucks Participation is Associated with Increased Fruit and Vegetable Consumption and Food Security in Low-Income Adults. Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 51:3, 342-347.
- Savoie Roskos, M., LeBlanc, H.R, Coombs, C., Palmer, L., Jewkes, M., Hunsaker, T.C, (2016). Effectiveness of a SNAP-Ed Nutrition Education Booth at Farmers’ Markets. Journal of Agriculture Food Systems and Community Development, 7:1
- Savoie Roskos, M., Durward, C., Jewkes, M., LeBlanc, H.R, (2016). Reducing Food Insecurity and Improving Fruit and Vegetable Intake Among Farmers’ Market Incentive Program Participants. Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, 48:1, 70-76. doi: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jneb.2015.10.003
- Christensen, A., Roberts, A., MacArthur, S., Jewkes, M., Garcia, Z., (2015). Comprehensive mentoring of extension professionals: Investing in the future of extension. Journal of National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, 9:2014
- Gunnell, S., Jewkes, M., LeBlanc, H.R, Christensen, N.K, Christofferson, D., (2014). Providing nutrition education to recently resettled refugees: piloting a collaborative model and evaluation methods. Journal of immigrant and minority health, doi: 10.1007/s10903-014-0056-1
- Jewkes, M., Gunnell, S., LeBlanc, H.R, Christofferson, D., (2014). Teaching nutrition to English language learners: A model for creating long-lasting extension partnerships and reaching diverse audiences.. Journal of National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences, 8:2013, 65-72.
- Jewkes, M., Delgadillo, L., (2010). Weaknesses of housing affordability indexes used by practitioners. Financial Counseling and Planning, 21:2, 43-52.
Professional Journal
- Murza, G., Jewkes, M., Yaugher, A., Wille, C., Wray, P., Meier, C., (2022). COVID-19 messaging campaigns show impact and reach through strong collaborations. Journal of the National Extension Association of Family & Consumer Sciences2021
Public or Trade Journal
An asterisk (*) at the end of a publication indicates that it has not been peer-reviewed.
Publications | MultiMedia
An asterisk (*) at the end of a publication indicates that it has not been peer-reviewed.
Publications | Other
Bulletins
Magazine/Trade Publications
- Jewkes, M., (2018). Eliminate Food Waste and Save Money: Money Matters Column. Utah Farm Bureau News Summer 2018 *
- Jewkes, M., (2015). Saving Money on Groceries: Money Matters Column. Utah Farm Bureau News Special Edition Countryside Fall 2015 *
- Jewkes, M., (2011). Your personal plan to a healthier you in 2011. Utah State Trooper
Newsletter
Newspaper
- Jewkes, M., (2015). USU Extension: Ask a Specialist 15 Ways to save money on groceries. The Box Elder News Journal *
- Jewkes, M., (2015). 10 tips for healthy road trips. The Beaver County Journal *
Miscellaneous Extension
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Other
- Jewkes, M., (2023). USU Extension Receives $2 Million Grant for Financial Wellness Education. *
- Jewkes, M., (2023). Ask an Expert -- Six Tips to Help Jump-Start Your Savings. *
- Jewkes, M., (2022). Expert: When holiday shopping's done, stop spending. Western Farmer-Stockman *
- Jewkes, M., (2022). Ask an Expert – Once you’re done with holiday shopping, stop looking, stop spending. Daily Herald *
- Jewkes, M., (2022). Once you're done with holiday shopping, here's how to stop spending. St. George News *
- Jewkes, M., (2022). Ask an Expert: Once you're done with holiday shopping, stop looking, stop spending. Cache Valley Daily *
- Jewkes, M., (2022). USU creates webpage to help people combat inflation. KSL News Radio *
- Jewkes, M., (2022). New USU Extension website offers inflation resources. Cache Valley Daily *
- Jewkes, M., (2022). New USU Extension website offers inflation resources. Utah State University Extension *
- Jewkes, M., (2022). Five tips for using grocery store and fuel apps to combat inflation. Utah State University Extension *
- Jewkes, M., (2022). Ask an Expert - Tips for being a savvy supermarket shopper. Utah State University Extension *
- Jewkes, M., (2022). USU Extension Empowering Financial Wellness Team wins multiple state awards . Utah State University Extension *
- Jewkes, M., (2020). Ask an Expert: Tips for staying positive and healthy during the pandemic. Utah State University Today e-newsletter *
- Jewkes, M., (2020). Ask an Expert: Tips for staying positive and healthy during the pandemic. Utah State University Extension press release *
- Jewkes, M., (2020). Ask and Expert: What should I do if I can't find canning lids. *
- Jewkes, M., (2020). Ask and Expert: Six Tips to Keep the Spark in Your Relationship. *
- Jewkes, M., (2019). Planning a road trip? Try these healthy eating tips. *
- Jewkes, M., (2018). Ask a Specialist: Cranberries: A healthy holiday choice. USU Extension Press release *
- Jewkes, M., (2015). Ask a Specialist: 15 ways to save money on groceries. USU Extension Ask a Specialist *
- Jewkes, M., (2015). Ask a Specialist: 10 Tips for Healthy Road Trips. USU Extension Ask a Specialist *
- Jewkes, M., (2009). Ask a Specialist: Tips for making the most of your income tax return. Uintah Basin Standard *
- Jewkes, M., (2009). ASK A SPECIALIST: HOW CAN I MAKE THE MOST OF MY TAX RETURN IN THIS UNCERTAIN ECONOMY?. Press Release *
- Jewkes, M., (2009). Duchesne 4-H teens learn about savings. Uintah Basin Standard *
- Jewkes, M., (2008). Ask a Specialist. Extension offers tips on food preservation. Uintah Basin Standard *
- Jewkes, M., (2008). Do you have tips for home food preservation and canning?. *
- Jewkes, M., (2008). Ask a Specialist: Extension Offers tips on food preservation. Uintah Basin Standard *
- Jewkes, M., (2008). Ask a Specialist: Do you have tips for safe home food preservation and canning?. *
- Jewkes, M., (2008). Slashing your entertainment expenses. Utah Saver Money Matters Newsletter *
- Jewkes, M., (2008). Duchesne County USU Extension to Host 4-H Outdoor Cooking Camp. Uintah Basin Standard *
- Jewkes, M., (2008). An assessment of housing affordability in Cache County, Utah. Master's Thesis *
- Jewkes, M., (2008). Duchesne County 4-H hosts kick-off event. Uintah Basin Standard *
- Jewkes, M., (2008). Duchesne County to hold annual 4-H kick-off event. Unitah Basin Standard *
- Jewkes, M., (2008). How can I make the most of my tax refund. The Uintah Basin Standard *
- Jewkes, M., (2008). Ask a Specialist: How can I make the most of my tax return. *
- Jewkes, M., (2008). Saving Your Future: Protecting Yourself Against Foreclosure. *
- Jewkes, M., (2007). Help children learn from personal experiences. Utah Farm Bureau News *
- Jewkes, M., (2007). Ask a specialist: Can you share tips for teaching children. *
- Jewkes, M., (2006). Slashing expenses: Boosting savings. FR/finance/2006-01 *
- Jewkes, M., (2006). Slashing expenses: Slashing other expenses. FR/finance/2006-06 *
- Jewkes, M., (2006). Slashing expenses: Slashing your clothing expenses. FR/finance/2006-02 *
- Jewkes, M., (2006). Slashing expenses: Slashing your entertainment expenses. FR/finance/2006-04 *
- Jewkes, M., (2006). Slashing expenses: Slashing your grocery bill. FR/finance/2006-03 *
- Jewkes, M., (2006). Slashing expenses: Slashing your household utility and maintenance bill. FR/finance/2006-08 *
- Jewkes, M., (2006). Slashing expenses: Slashing your medical bill. FR/finance/2006-05 *
- Jewkes, M., (2006). Slashing expenses: Slashing your transportation bill. FR/finance/2006-07 *
An asterisk (*) at the end of a publication indicates that it has not been peer-reviewed.