Stephanie Burr

Stephanie Burr is an Undergraduate Nutrition Coordinator and Full-time Faculty member at the University of Bridgeport, affiliated with the School of Health Professions within the College of Health Sciences. She holds a BS in Interdisciplinary Science from Saint Joseph College and an MS in Clinical Nutrition from the New York Institute of Technology. Certified as a Nutrition Specialist (CNS) and a Dietitian Nutritionist (CDN), her career spans 25 years in health and wellness, blending education, clinical practice, and entrepreneurship.

• Education:
• BS, Interdisciplinary Science, Saint Joseph College, West Hartford, CT
• MS, Clinical Nutrition, New York Institute of Technology, New York, NY

Her research interests revolve around Clinical Nutrition, emphasizing evidence-based nutrition education for diverse populations. She advocates for food and supplementation as foundational tools for health, championing the motto 'CRAVE HEALTHY' through her wellness hub, Simply Bowls & Co. Her work extends beyond academia, integrating culinary innovation and health advocacy via this family-owned business, which serves as a practical extension of her educational mission.

Advising and grants: Stephanie’s professional focus is on teaching and community outreach. No formal grants or advisees are explicitly listed in her profile. However, her entrepreneurial ventures reflect her advisory role in fostering healthy eating habits through accessible food solutions.

Labs/Teams: She co-founded Simply Bowls & Co. in Watertown, CT, where her husband (a CIA-trained Chef) and daughter (a co-owner and Quinnipiac University student) collaborate. The team emphasizes blending nutrition science with culinary artistry to create healthy, on-the-go meals that encourage sustained dietary choices.