MDA Program Director
Email: lacie.peterson@usu.edu
Phone: 435-797-4244
Professional Interests:
- Metabolic health including diabetes care and weight loss management, longevity
- Management
- Negotiation
Clinical Associate Professor
Email: nikki.kendrick@usu.edu
Phone: 435-797-4241
Professional Interests:
- Clinical nutrition including nutrition support, oncology, and cardiovascular health
- Public policy
- Leadership and volunteerism
Clinical Assistant Professor
Email: maria.givler@usu.edu
Professional Interests:
- Child and school nutrition
- Sustainability in food production and procurement
- Reducing food waste
- Animal welfare
Contracts Specialist
Email: moani.campbell@usu.edu
MDA Responsibilities:
- Facility onboarding requirements
- Student record management
- Affiliation agreements
Teaching Assistants
The USU MDA has three teaching assistants who provide teaching support and practical experience for students in the program. Teaching assistants have previously completed the USU program and are familiar with distance learning and balancing coursework with rotations.
