M. Rachel Harrington

M. Rachel Harrington, Ed.D., serves as an Associate Professor at Eastern Kentucky University with expertise spanning clinical and community health applications. Her office is located in Burrier Building 404B, and she can be contacted via email (rachel.harrington@eku.edu) or telephone (859-622-1914).

Education:

• Ed.D. in Health Promotion, University of Kentucky
• Master of Health Administration, Chapman University
• U.S. Army Dietetic Internship
• B.S. in Dietetics, University of Kentucky

Research Focus: Dr. Harrington's work critically examines Health Promotion frameworks and Obesity prevention strategies, with specialized investigations in Oncology nutrition protocols and Sports nutrition optimization. Her interdisciplinary approach integrates dietetics with measurable health outcomes, particularly targeting oncology patient care and athletic performance enhancement through evidence-based dietary interventions.

Professional Recognition: No scientific awards or fellowships are documented in the available profile information.

Mentorship Profile: While specific student advisees are unlisted, her Associate Professor role implies active graduate/undergraduate supervision within EKU's academic programs. The absence of grant references or laboratory affiliations suggests primary focus on teaching and applied research within her stated domains.