Lori Hamilton, Ed.D.

Residential Faculty - Nutrition

Program Director :

Exercise Science

Office: TC 50 - Room: 118

480-461-7379

Office Hours

MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM 8:00 AM - 8:45 AM10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
 1:15 PM - 2:00 PM 1:15 PM - 2:00 PM 
    By appointment

If you need to meet outside of scheduled contact time, please take a moment to arrange an appointment via email (Lori.Zienkewicz@mesacc.edu). Thank you.

Classes Taught

Fall 2024

FON241 Principles of Human Nutrition 3 Credits

Scientific principles of human nutrition. Emphasis on scientific literacy and the study of nutrients for disease prevention. Includes macronutrients and micronutrients, human nutrient metabolism and nutrition's role in the health of the human body throughout the life cycle. Addresses nutrition principles for prevention of nutrition-related health conditions. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Students enrolled in FON241 may also enroll in FON241LL if the SG science credit is desired for the 4 credit class combination.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences General [SG]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13599
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
08/20/2024 – 12/13/2024
Tu
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Closed

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students may contact instructor at: lori.hamilton@mesacc.edu

14561
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
08/22/2024 – 12/13/2024
Th
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Class Started

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students may contact instructor at: lori.hamilton@mesacc.edu

Fall Flex Start 2024

FON241 Principles of Human Nutrition 3 Credits

Scientific principles of human nutrition. Emphasis on scientific literacy and the study of nutrients for disease prevention. Includes macronutrients and micronutrients, human nutrient metabolism and nutrition's role in the health of the human body throughout the life cycle. Addresses nutrition principles for prevention of nutrition-related health conditions. Prerequisites: None.

Course Notes: Students enrolled in FON241 may also enroll in FON241LL if the SG science credit is desired for the 4 credit class combination.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences General [SG]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
13598

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
09/03/2024 – 12/13/2024

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students may contact instructor at: lori.hamilton@mesacc.edu

13602

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
09/03/2024 – 12/13/2024

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students may contact instructor at: lori.hamilton@mesacc.edu

16022

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
10/14/2024 – 12/13/2024

Class Started

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Students may contact instructor at lori.hamilton@mesacc.edu

FON241LL Principles of Human Nutrition Laboratory 1 Credits

Self-evaluative laboratory experience to complement FON241, Principles of Human Nutrition using anthropometric, biochemical, clinical, and dietary analysis. Includes the use of qualitative and quantitative methodology to determine nutritional status and evaluate methodological applications.

Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in FON241 or Corequisites: FON241.

Course Notes: Enrollment in FON241 Lec and 241LL-Lab at the same time is not required. Completion of both the 241 Lec and 241LL Lab during different semesters or during the same semester satisfies the Natural Science General Education requirement.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences General [SG]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
33977

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lab
10/14/2024 – 12/13/2024

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 33977 Students may contact instructor at lori.hamilton@mesacc.edu

Spring 2025

FON241 Principles of Human Nutrition 3 Credits

Scientific principles of human nutrition. Emphasis on scientific literacy and the study of nutrients for disease prevention. Includes macronutrients and micronutrients, human nutrient metabolism and nutrition's role in the health of the human body throughout the life cycle. Addresses nutrition principles for prevention of nutrition-related health conditions. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences General [SG]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26473
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
01/14/2025 – 05/09/2025
Tu
9:00 AM – 10:15 AM

Open

18 of 22
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

To offer a low-cost textbook, consider buying a used edition of The Science of Nutrition by Thompson et al. Either the 4th or 5th editions will suffice for this course.

Class 26473 Students may contact instructor at: lori.hamilton@mesacc.edu

26474
Dobson Campus
Hybrid
Lecture
01/16/2025 – 05/09/2025
Th
10:30 AM – 11:45 AM

Open

16 of 22
Seats Available

Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session. Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

To offer a low-cost textbook, consider buying a used edition of The Science of Nutrition by Thompson et al. Either the 4th or 5th editions will suffice for this course.

Class 26474 Students may contact instructor at: lori.hamilton@mesacc.edu

Spring Flex Start 2025

FON142AB Science of Food 3 Credits

Exploration and Application of Scientific Principles of Food; experiences with ingredient functionality and application in cooking techniques. Prerequisites: None.

Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26471

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture/Lab
01/27/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

1 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

Class 26471 To offer a low-cost textbook, consider buying a used edition of Understanding Food: Principles and Preparation by Amy Brown Either the 5th or 6th editions will suffice for this course. Students may contact instructor at: lori.hamilton@mesacc.edu

FON241 Principles of Human Nutrition 3 Credits

Scientific principles of human nutrition. Emphasis on scientific literacy and the study of nutrients for disease prevention. Includes macronutrients and micronutrients, human nutrient metabolism and nutrition's role in the health of the human body throughout the life cycle. Addresses nutrition principles for prevention of nutrition-related health conditions. Prerequisites: None.

General Education Designations: Natural Sciences General [SG]
Section Location Delivery Dates Days Times Availability
26472

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/27/2025 – 05/09/2025

Closed

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

To offer a low-cost textbook, consider buying a used edition of The Science of Nutrition by Thompson et al. Either the 4th or 5th editions will suffice for this course.

Class 26472 Students may contact instructors at: lori.hamilton@mesacc.edu

26475

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/27/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

15 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

To offer a low-cost textbook, consider buying a used edition of The Science of Nutrition by Thompson et al. Either the 4th or 5th editions will suffice for this course.

Class 26475 Students may contact instructor at lori.hamilton@mesacc.edu

26476

Online Course

Online (On Your Time)
Lecture
01/27/2025 – 05/09/2025

Open

22 of 24
Seats Available

Notes: This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified. Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.

To offer a low-cost textbook, consider buying a used edition of The Science of Nutrition by Thompson et al. Either the 4th or 5th editions will suffice for this course.

Class 26476 Students may contact instructor at lori.hamilton@mesacc.edu

Degrees & Awards

RDN: Registered Dietitian Nutritionist; Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

BS: Bachelor's of Science, Nutrition and Dietetics: Kansas State University; Manhattan, KS

MS: Master's of Science, Food Science: Kansas State University; Manhattan, KS

EdD: Doctor of Education: Northern Arizona University; Flagstaff, AZ

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