Laura Marinaro, Ph.D., RD, ATC, CSCS
| Title: | Assistant Professor, Facilitator, Certificate of Graduate Study in Sports Nutrition |
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| Division: | Health Studies |
| Unit: | Nutrition and Dietetics |
| Office Location: | Wirtz Hall 241 |
| Office Phone: | 815-753-6352 |
| Email: | lmarinaro@niu.edu |
| Pronouns: | she/her/hers |
Courses Taught
- NUTR 201: Human Nutrition
- NUTR 613: Advanced Sports Nutrition
Educational Background
- Diploma in Sports Nutrition, International Olympic Committee
- Ph.D., Health and Human Performance, Concordia University-Chicago
- M.S., Nutrition and Dietetics, University of Akron
- B.S., Athletic Training, Salisbury University
Certification and Licensure
- Registered Dietitian
- Certified Athletic Trainer
- Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist
Research Interests
- Human performance and sport nutrition
- Athletic recovery
- Wellness
Recent Publications
Ward, A., Marinaro, L., Nokes, R., Erickson, H., Kahanov, L. and Martin, M. (2024) How traditional undergraduate college students define and perceive wellness: A qualitative phenomenological study, Journal of American College Health, DOI: 10.1080/07448481.2023.2299431
Contact Us
College of Health and Human SciencesWirtz Hall 227
815-753-1891
chhs@niu.edu
The Dean's Office is open for face-to-face meetings by appointment only.