Diplomas/DegreesPh.D. Human Nutrition, Colorado State University (1995)
M.A. Bioanthropology, Indiana University (1977)
B.A. Anthropology, SUNY College at New Paltz (1973)
Recent CoursesHealing And The Arts
Nutrition In Nursing
Teaching Specializations/InterestsPublic Health/Community Nutrition
International Health and Nutrition
Cultural Diversity
Developmental Education
Research InterestsCompanion animal influences on human health and behavior
Eating and exercise habits and their effects on health
Cultural influences on health
Geriatric nutrition and heart health
Grants/Sponsored ResearchAdelphi University School of Nursing Dean's Research Award, with Dr. Jane White, "Physical Activity, Diet/Nutrition, Supplement Use, and Weight/Eating Concerns Among College Students", Fall 2006
Colorado Community Colleges Mini-grant for Innovations in Teaching: Innovative and Collaborative Workstations in Anatomy and Physiology, Community College of Aurora, Spring 1999
U.S. Dept. of Education, Institute of Museum Services Grant: Kaw Reservoir Archeology, A Special Exhibition, Cultural Center Museums, Ponca City, OK
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Dembicki, D. (2010). Tools for Healthy Eating. In Adelphi University's Health Fair. Garden City, NY.
Dembicki, D. (2008). Dietary Supplements and Functional Foods, from my recent training at the National Institutes of Health, with tast testing of functional foods. In Adelphi University's Fall Health and Wellness Lecture Series. Garden City, NY.
Dembicki, D. & White, J. (2008). Physical Activity, Diet/Nutrition, Supplement Use, & Weight/Eating Concerns Among College Students. In Adelphi University's Social and Behavioral Science Symposium. Garden City, NY.
Dembicki, D. (2007). Simple Steps For Healthy Eating, a multi-media presentation. In Adelphi University's Fall Health and Wellness Lecture Series. Garden City, NY.
Dembicki, D. (2007). Tools for Optimum Nutrition. In Adelphi University Employees' Association. Garden City, NY.
Dembicki, D. (2006). Nutrition and Weight Control. In Adelphi University's Adult Fitness Program, "Keys to Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle: Helping Senior Citizens Make Smart Life Choices". Garden City, NY.
Dembicki, D. (2005). Women and Minorities in the Sciences. In Professional Development Workshop. Dutchess Community College, Poughkeepsie, NY.
Dembicki, D. (1996). Procter and Gamble's Olestra Clinical Trials. In Community Advisory Meeting. Wichita Falls Rehabilitation Hospital, TX.
Dembicki, D. & Anderson, J. (1996). Pet ownership may be a factor in improved health of the elderly. (pp. 12-31). Journal of Nutrition for the Elderly, 15(3).
Other Scholarly/Artistic WorkAuthor, "Healthy, Well-thy, and Wise" Blog, Adelphi Blogs, sponsored by the Adelphi University Health & Wellness Committee
Reviewer, peer-reveiwed articles submitted to the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, published by the Society for Nutrition Education, 2009-present
Reviewer, selected textbook chapters, a new Nutrition in nursing textbook, Pearson Publishing, 2009
Reviewer, selected textbook chapters, a new Nutrition and Diet Therapy nursing textbook, Prentice-Hall, 2007
Editor, selected textbook chapters, Human Biology by Mader, McGraw-Hill, 2005
Editor, selected textbook chapters, Nutrition: Concepts and Controversies by Sizer and Whitney, Wadsworth, 2003-2004
Editor, selected textbook chapters, Nutrition: An Applied Approach by Thompson and Manore, Benjamin Cummings, 2004
Clinical Coordinator, Procter & Gamble's FDA Human Clinical Trials for Olestra, with the University of Colorado Health Sciences Center and Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO, 1995
Honors and AccomplishmentsSigma Theta Tau Internationl induction as Honorary Member, April, 2010, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY
Featured Faculty in Adelphi University Magazine cover story "Not So Secret Passions", Spring 2009
Sigma Theta Tau International award for Conference Brochure
School of Nursing Leadership Conference, "The Art of Leadership in Education, Technology, and Service", April 2008, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY
Faculty Focus, Adelphi University Magazine, Spring 2008
Helen F. McHugh Graduate Award for outstanding graduate student research and creative activity in the College of Applied Human Sciences, Colorado State University (1994)
Professional ActivitiesMember, American Public Health Association
Member, American Anthropological Association
Member, Society for Nutrition Education
Participant, The Buckley Institute on Spiritual Assessment and Care with Dr. Anne Belcher, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY, March 10, 2010
Participant, Society for Nutrition Education Annual Conference, “Food Security: Local to Global”, Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior, Reviewer/Author Workshop, and Post-Conference Workshop “Positive Programs for Preventing Obesity and Related Problems in Children, Tweens and Teens”, New Orleans, LA, July 11-15, 2009.
Participant, The Buckley Institute on Quality and Safety Initiatives in Education and Practice with Dr. Jane Barnsteiner and Dr. Lily Thomas, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY, April 15, 2009
Selected Participant, National Institutes of Health, Dietary Supplements Research Practicum, Bethesda, MD, and Washington, DC, June 9-13, 2008
Participant, The Buckley Institute on Bioethics and Caring with Dr. Carol Taylor, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY, Nov. 2007
Participant, The Visiting Nurse Service of New York, "Bridging the Gap: Caring for Minorities with Diabetes Mellitus", New York City, NY, Oct. 2007
Participant, The Buckley Institute on Diverse Learners with Dr. Barbara Warren, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY, Feb. 2007
Selected Participant, NSF Chautauqua Short Course: "Women and Minorities in the Sciences", Washington, DC, June 2004
International:
Participant, Himalayan Nutrition Research Project, G.B. Pant University and Earthwatch Institute, India, June 2000
Participant, Amazon/Andes Natural Health and Healing Workshop for Health Professionals: Translating the Wisdom of Indigenous Cultures into Contemporary Practice, International Expeditions, Peru, Jan. 1998
Community and Corporate LeadershipCommittee Member, Adelphi University Virtual Health and Wellness Center, Garden City, NY, 2006-Present
Committee Member, School of Nursing Leadership Conference, "Challenging Healthcare Issues in the 21st Century and Their Impact on Nursing", April 2010, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY
Committee Member, School of Nursing Leadership Conference, "The Art of Leadership in Education, Technology, and Service", April 2008, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY
Committee Member, School of Nursing Leadership Conference, "Creating Harmony and Safety in the Workplace", April 2009, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY
Member, School of Nursing Research Council, 2008-Present
Committee Member, School of Nursing Leadership Conference, "The Art of Leadership in Education, Technology, and Service", April 2008, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY
Reader and Judge, Long Island-Junior Science and Humanities Symposium, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY, Jan. and Feb. 2008
Committee Member, School of Nursing Leadership Conference, "Research and Education: The Gateway to Leadership", March 2007, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY
Reader and Judge, Long Island-Junior Science and Humanities Symposium, Adelphi University, Garden City, NY, Jan. and March 2007
Licenses & CertificationsNY State Licensed Massage Therapist
Certified Yoga Teacher
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