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Student Feature

Pitt Athletic Training Student Lindsay Blakney Travels with Pittsburgh Steelers to Ireland

November 14, 2025 | 7 min read

Pitt Athletic Training student Lindsay Blakney traveled with the Pittsburgh Steelers to Ireland as part of her clinical education rotation.

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Alumni FeatureStudent Feature

From Class to Top Conference Award: Pitt Sports Science Alumna Desiree George

September 29, 2025 | 7 min read

She not only gained confidence and experience being a sports and conditioning coach, but also in presenting research, which earned her the top award at the National Strength and Conditioning Association National Conference in July.

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Student Feature

Dietitian Nutritionist Program Sports Nutrition Specialty Experience: Mia Huber 

September 24, 2025 | 7 min read

Mia Huber shares her experience in the Sports Nutrition specialty rotation within the Dietitian Nutritionist program at SHRS.

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Student Feature

Dietitian Nutritionist Program Sports Nutrition Specialty Experience: Nick Sage 

September 15, 2025 | 6 min read

Nick Sage shares his experience in the Sports Nutrition specialty rotation within the Dietitian Nutritionist program after completing two degrees at SHRS.

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Q+AStudent Feature

Dietitian Nutritionist Program Sports Nutrition Specialty Experience: Nicole Chiu 

September 8, 2025 | 5 min read

Nicole Chiu shares her experience in the Sports Nutrition specialty rotation within the Dietitian Nutritionist program at SHRS.

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Program Feature

The Dietitian Nutritionist Team That Fuels Pitt Student-Athletes 

September 3, 2025 | 5 min read

In 2016, an important collaboration was built between the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences (SHRS) Dietitian Nutritionist (DN) program and Pitt Athletics, fostering a meaningful partnership for DN students and student-athletes alike. 

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Program Feature

How to Become a Sport Scientist in 6 Steps 

August 14, 2025 | 6 min read

Interested in a career in sports science but don't know where to start or even if it's a right fit for you? Read on to learn more about the profession and how Pitt can make your dream a reality!

Faculty Feature

SHRS Interprofessional Star: Assistant Professor Tracy Maluchnik 

June 25, 2025 | 3 min read

Maluchnik is leading a team recently awarded one of the 2025 Interprofessional Seed Awards to create a joint learning opportunity for both dietetic and speech-language pathology students.

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Faculty FeatureSHRS Feature

Remembering Judy Dodd: Legendary Pioneer in Pitt Nutrition and Passionate Mentor

June 2, 2025 | 4 min read

SHRS reflects on the passing of influential faculty member and nutrition professional, Judy Dodd

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Faculty FeatureSHRS Feature

SHRS Faculty Lead Pitt Students in Special Olympics Event 

May 30, 2025 | 4 min read

Students across Pitt volunteered to help with Project ALL STAR, a data collection event to look at the long-term benefits of Special Olympics participation.