Amy Loverin

Amy Loverin is an Assistant Professor (Lecturer) in the Department of Nutrition and Integrative Physiology at the University of Utah, serving since August 2021 after previously working as an Associate Instructor (2019-2021). As a registered dietitian with the Utah Center for Community Nutrition, she bridges academic work with direct community outreach focused on healthy eating initiatives for individuals and families.

Her educational background includes:

• Bachelor of Arts in Biochemistry and Exercise Science, Simpson College (2016)
• Master of Science in Nutrition & Integrative Physiology, University of Utah (2018)

She maintains professional certifications as a Registered Dietitian (Commission on Dietetic Registration) and Certified Dietitian (Utah Department of Commerce).

Dr. Loverin's research concentrates on practical nutrition applications including diabetes prevention, culinary nutrition education, health equity in dietetics, and community-based behavior change interventions. Her work emphasizes culturally responsive approaches to nutrition education, global learning opportunities, and school-based programs that address health disparities through experiential learning models.

Her scholarly output demonstrates integration of reproductive biology with nutritional science, particularly examining placental mechanisms in metabolic conditions. This interdisciplinary approach connects laboratory research with community health outcomes, highlighting nutrition's role in preventing chronic diseases across diverse populations.

Key professional recognitions include:

• Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year (2023, Utah Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics)
• Anita Owen Award for Innovative Nutrition Education (2021, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation)
• Diabetes and Metabolism Fall Retreat 2nd Place Poster (2019, University of Utah)
• Outstanding Oral Presentation Award (2018, Western Society for Pediatric Research)

In teaching, she develops immersive experiences through courses like Cultural Aspects of Food and Directed Nutrition Research, incorporating hands-on food labs and global perspectives. Her community leadership includes directing Team Thrive—a nutrition education program for high school students aligned with Utah health standards—and delivering Family Food Matters presentations for Head Start programs. Dr. Loverin's approach combines scientific rigor with practical application, fostering student growth through cultural understanding and real-world problem solving while promoting health equity through accessible nutrition education.