Melinda Wells Valliant
Associate Dean of the School of Applied Sciences
Professor of Nutrition and Hospitality Management
Director of Center for Health and Sport Performance
- +1 (662) 915-1437
- valliant@olemiss.edu
- 218 Mayes
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Areas of Expertise:
- Nutrition
- Physical Conditioning
- Weight Control
| Degree | Study | School |
|---|---|---|
| BS | Family Sciences | University of Mississippi |
| MS | Exercise Science | University of Mississippi |
| PHD | Exercise Science | University of Mississippi |
Melinda Wells Valliant, PhD, RD, LD, CSSD, is the Chair of NHM and director of The Center for Health and Sport Performance. Dr. Valliant completed her doctoral studies at The University of Mississippi in University, Mississippi. Building upon a clinical nutrition and an exercise science background, her research focuses on best practices in sports medicine particularly related to health and safety of athletes.