Rachel Findley

Rachel Findley is an Assistant Professor of Food and Nutrition at Meredith College and Director of the Didactic Program in Dietetics. She transitioned to academia from a career in food-service management, previously serving as Director of Child Nutrition Services for Johnston County Schools (Smithfield, NC). Her roles include full-time faculty member and program director.

Education:

• B.S. in Nutrition, Meredith College
• M.S. in Nutrition, Meredith College

Research Interests: Focuses on leadership within school nutrition systems, policy impacts on nutritional access, and practical food production strategies. Emphasizes experiential learning in curriculum design.

Additional Contributions: Leads the Didactic Program in Dietetics, blending academic rigor with real-world food-service practices. No specific grants or awards explicitly noted in profile.