Dr Sandra Poirier

Dr. Sandra Poirier has been employed at Middle Tennessee State University, since 2005 currently as a

Professor of Nutrition and Food Science.  She received her B.Sc. and M.Sc. degrees from Florida State

University and University of Arizona, respectively.  Her doctorate in Adult Education and Human Resources

Development was received in 1998 from Florida International University in Miami, Florida with her dissertation in the area of health-related quality of life. She has been a licensed dietitian since 1986.  Prior to coming to MTSU, Dr. Poirier taught three years at Zayed University in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Additionally, she has worked at the University of Florida Extension Service, Florida International University, Florida Atlantic

University, University of Arizona Extension Service, and Alberta Agriculture, Alberta, Canada. 

Dr. Poirier has more than 15 years of international teaching experience working in culturally diverse

environments.  Her strengths include creating innovative educational programs with a focus on nutrition and

food science, food and culture, identifying appropriate outreach efforts to solve community problems, and

empowering students for successful careers.  She has been recognized for her ability to create and teach

online courses, work as an advisor for student organizations, and creating positive educational environments for optimal learning. In February 2020, she was invited to participate in the United Nation’s Commission for Social Development in New York City.  

She has published over 40 journal articles and been invited to speak in Malaysia, Switzerland, Germany, Poland, Austria, Puerto Rico, Iceland, Australia, Greece, and the Andros Islands in the Caribbean. Dr. Poirier is IVETA Treasurer.