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Dr. Amy Hogan

Director, Dietetic Internship Program

Department: Human Ecology

Phone: 318.257.2370

Fax: 318.257.4014

Email: amyhogan@latech.edu

Office: CTLH 149E

Address: 603 Dan Reneau Drive

P.O. Box 3167

Ruston, LA 71272

Education

  • BS, Nutrition and Dietetics, Louisiana Tech University 2006
  • Dietetic Internship, Louisiana Tech University 2008
  • MS, Nutrition and Dietetics, Louisiana Tech University 2008
  • Doctor of Education with a concentration in Higher Education, Louisiana Tech University, currently enrolled

Biography

Mrs. Hogan is Dietetic Internship Director and Instructor in Nutrition and Dietetics.  As the Dietetic Internship Coordinator, she establishes relationships with preceptors in healthcare facilities across north and central Louisiana.  She works closely with interns throughout their rotations and holds a monthly seminar class for them to attend.  She enjoys interacting with students during this phase as they are on the brink of achieving their professional goals.  In addition to her internship responsibilities, Mrs. Hogan teaches undergraduate courses in Nutrition and Dietetics.  Her previous work as a clinical dietitian includes acute care settings and consulting in long-term care.  She has a passion for encouraging others to make healthy choices both within the classroom setting and throughout her life.   

 Teaching Interests

  • Human Nutrition and Weight Control
  • Life Cycle Nutrition
  • Medical Nutrition Therapy
  • Nutrition Education and Counseling

Research Interests

  • Maternal and childhood nutrition
  • Nutrition Education
  • Higher Education Administration