Kara Parrish, MS, RD, LDN

Biography

I am a registered dietitian and a full-time instructor at Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences. As a registered dietitian, I enjoy promoting health and teaching others how to improve the quality of their lives by practicing a healthy lifestyle. As an educator, I truly want to see my students succeed. I enjoy teaching students and helping them grow as learners to become professionals in their field. I do this through friendly communication, encouragement, being a solid presence in the classroom, creating dynamic assignments, and providing detailed constructive feedback.

Registrations/Certifications

• Registered Dietitian
• Licensed Dietitian-Nutritionist

Teaching

• CMP-150 Digital Foundations Seminar
• CSS-101 College Studies Seminar
• BIO-250 Nutrition for Life
• HLT-150 Wellness for Life

Education

• Master of Science in Food and Nutrition, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, 2006
• Bachelor of Science in Dietetics, Indiana University of Pennsylvania, 2003

Professional Memberships

• Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
• Nutrition Educators for Health Professionals Dietetics Practice Group

Career Highlights

• 2014 Blackboard Catalyst Award for Exemplary Course
• Premier Performance Award, Memorial Hospital, York PA