Carol Shanklin, PhD, RD
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Document Type
Oral History Video
Publication Date
7-16-2025
Abstract
Dr. Carol Shanklin discussed her career path in dietetics, starting with her involvement in 4-H and home economics. She pursued a PhD at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and later taught at Texas Tech and Kansas State University. Shanklin emphasized the importance of hands-on experience, mentorship, and professional engagement. She highlighted her research on waste characterization in foodservice operations and her role in developing graduate programs. Shanklin also shared her experiences with mentors, the impact of COVID-19 on her career, and the evolving role of foodservice management in dietetics education.
Recommended Citation
Shanklin, C. (2025, July 16). Oral histories of foodservice management educators in dietetics [Video and transcript]. Interview by S. Vest. BYU ScholarsArchive, Provo, UT.