Doctor of Philosophy (2016), The University of Alabama, Kinesiology, Human Performance
Master of Art (2010), The University of Alabama, Health Studies
Bachelor of Science (1995), The University of Alabama, Health/Fitness Management Studies
Professional Experience: Melissa is an experienced educator and researcher with 17 years of experience working with communities in?Alabama. Her efforts focus on increasing awareness of healthcare careers through small group?activities. She has a strong commitment to working with students interested in health care and?enjoys teaching a diverse group of Rural Medical Scholars while also overseeing student research?on health-related topics. Areas of research emphasis have been on physical activity,?communities, adolescents, health care, and medical education.