Barbara Grossman
College of Family and Consumer Sciences
Clinical Professor Emerita
280 Dawson Hall
305 Sanford Dr.
Athens, GA 30602
Education
| Degree | Field of Study | Institution | Graduation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. | Foods and Nutrition | University of Georgia | 1989 |
| M.S. | Foods and Nutrition | University of Georgia | 1983 |
| B.S. | Nutrition Science | Univ of Calif, Davis | 1979 |
Research
Dr. Grossman conducts research in the area of the scholarship of teaching and learning.
Teaching
Dr. Grossman teaches a large, undergradute introductory nutrition course as well as graduate courses for students in the Dietetic Internship program.
Prior Professional Positions
| Organization | Title | Years of Service |
|---|---|---|
| University of Georgia, Department of Foods and Nutrition | Clinical Professor | 2020-2021 |
| University of Georgia, Department of Foods and Nutrition | Director, Dietetic Internshiip | 1998-2021 |
| University of Georgia, Department of Foods and Nutrition | Graduate Coordinator | 2019-2021 |
| University of Georgia, Department of Foods and Nutrition | Core Faculty, Aspire Clinic | 2015-2021 |
| University of Georgia, Department of Foods and Nutrition | Clinical Associate Professor | 2014-2020 |
| University of Georgia, Department of Foods and Nutrition | Director, School Nutrition Director Certification Program | 2007-2009; 2015-2016 |
| University of Georgia, Department of Foods and Nutrition | Academic Professional | 1998-2014 |
| University of Georgia, Department of Foods and Nutrition | Assistant Research Scientist | 1996-1998 |
| University of Georgia, Department of Foods and Nutrition | Postdoctoral Associate | 1989-1995 |
Awards
| Award Name | Awarded By | Year Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Special Achievement Award | Georgia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics | 2021 |
| FACS 100 | College of Family and Consumer Sciences, UGA | 2018 |
| Fellow, Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics | Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics | 2016 |
| Outstanding Dietetic Educator, Area 3 | Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics | 2015 |
| Distinguished Alumni Award | College of Family and Consumer Sciences, UGA | 2015 |
| Outstanding Teacher of the Year | Department of Foods and Nutrition, UGA | 2013 |
Editorial Appointments
| Position | Name of Journal | Year(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial Board member | International Journal of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education | 2014-2021 |
Service
| Organization | Title | Year(s) | Service Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Organization Title Year(s) Service Type Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Nutrition Educators of Heath Professionals | Secretary | 2014-2016 | |
| Georgia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics | Chair, Awards Committee | 2013-2019 | |
| Northeast Georgia Dietetics Assn | Chair, Nominating Committee | 2019-present | |
| Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, Second Century Liaison | Liaison | 2016-2018 |
Outreach
Dr. Grossman was the Director of the Dietetic Internship, a nationally accredited program (accredited through the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics) from 1998 - 2021. This internship is required for students training to become a Registered Dietitian.
Areas of Expertise
Dietetics Education
Online Learning
Learning Assessment
Books
Hausman, DB, & Grossman, BM. (2017). Dietary Fat and Obesity. In C. C. Akoh & D. B. Min (Eds.), Food Lipids: Chemistry, Nutrition and
Biochemistry, Third Edition (pp. tbd). Marcel Decker, NY.
Current Classes
FDNS 2100, Human Nutrition and Food, Fall and Spring semesters
FDNS 7911 (2 sections each semster), Dietetic Supervised Practice & Professional Development, Fall and Spring semesters
FDNS 5910, Dietetic Practicum, Summer semester
FDNS 7910, Dietetics Internship, Summer semester
Journal Articles
Merideth J, Giraudo S, Grossman B, Murray D. Barriers and Facilitator to Organized Physical Activity in Summer Campers. Journal of GA Pubic Health Assn. Dec 2020. Accepted
Ford M, Ellis E, Goetz J, Archuleta K, Gale J, Grossman B, Grant E, Gonyea J. 2019. Depression and Financial Distress in a Clinical Population: The Value of Interdisciplinary Services and Training. Contemporary Family Therapy, 1-10
Rivera-Gonzalez N, Berg A, Hartzell D, Giraudo S, Grossman B. Nutrition Intervention to Hispanic Groups: Pilot Studies with Children and Families. Ecology of Food and Nutrition. 58.3 (2019): 219-235.
Cown MH, Grossman BM, Giraudo SQ. Nutrition Education Intervention to Improve Nutrition-Related Knowledge, Attitudes, and Behaviors for Hispanic Children. Ecology of Food and Nutrition 56(6):493-513 02 Nov 2017
Giraudo S, Montero JC, Kaufmann P, Grossman B. Current Dietary Lipids Recommendations: Pros and Cons. Journal of Nutrition and Health Sciences 3(4):406-415 Article number 2393-9060 06 Dec 2016