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Education
B.S. (1999) Hardin-Simmons University, Abilene, TX
Masters (2002) Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
Dietetic Internship (2003) Cornell University, Ithaca, NY
Ph.D. (2007) University of Connecticut, Storrs, CT
Research Interests
I have a passion for community and public health nutrition. My research focuses on childhood obesity prevention and intervention and the relationships between preschool-aged children and the adults in their lives. I observe the interactions that occur between parents, caregivers, and young children during mealtime and the study the impact these interactions might have on a child�s food consumption and learned eating behaviors. In addition, I develop and implement theory-based obesity prevention interventions for low-income, minority populations based on sound observational investigations and qualitative research.
Teaching Activities
NTR 420: Community Nutrition
NTR 421: Life Span Nutrition
NTR 490: Experience in Research, Teaching or Service in Nutrition
NTR 495: Community Food Security
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