Ohio University

Jessica is a full-time assistant professor of instruction for Food and Nutrition Sciences in the College of Health Sciences and Professions. Jessica specializes in Sports and Performance Nutrition and directs the Sports Nutrition Certificate and Diabetes Certificates at Ohio University. She received a BS from Bowling Green State University, and an MS from Ohio University in Sport Physiology. She completed her dietetic internship through Bowling Green State University and has been a registered and licensed dietitian since 2010. Jessica is a Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics (CSSD).

Prior to joining Ohio, Jessica worked as a clinical dietitian providing Medical Nutrition Therapy to inpatients and outpatients at Fairfield Medical Center.

Jessica also works with local adult and adolescent athletes pursuing specific performance outcomes in a variety of athletic settings, especially endurance sports.

Jessica is a dedicated local, raising five children in Athens, and has daily engagement with the community. Jessica is an avid runner and triathlete, having run the Boston Marathon 8 times and completing many other multidisciplinary endurance events, including a full Ironman triathlon.