Laura Marie Phipps

Dr. Laura Marie Phipps is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Kinesiology at The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA). Her academic roles include teaching and research in public health, disaster management, and environmental health. She holds a PhD in Public Health from the University of North Texas Health Science Center and dual BS degrees in German and Microbiology from UTA and Texas A&M University. She is certified in Public Health (CPH) and licensed as a Registered Sanitarian (RS).

• Education:
• PhD in Public Health, University of North Texas Health Science Center (2018)
• MA in Public Health, University of North Texas Health Science Center (2012)
• BS in German, The University of Texas at Arlington (1996)
• BS in Microbiology, Texas A&M University (1993)

Dr. Phipps' research focuses on disaster resilience, international emergency management, and environmental health. She has led grants such as the "Mobilizing Communities to Strengthen Resilience" project (2024–2025) and co-authored a book on international disaster management trends. Her teaching includes courses on emergency preparedness, global health, and public health ethics.

Her service activities span academic leadership roles, including committee memberships at UTA and professional organizations. She actively contributes to community initiatives addressing public health inequities and disaster preparedness.