Rebecca Dowling, PhD, RD, FADA
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Document Type
Oral History Video
Publication Date
7-24-2025
Abstract
Rebecca Dowling discussed her journey into dietetics, influenced by her mother's love for cooking and her involvement in 4-H. She pursued a doctorate in management, becoming the first class to take the RD exam in 1972. Her career highlights include teaching at San Diego State, leading operations at Rush, and serving as Vice President of Hospital Operations. Key mentors included Marie Knickrehm and Amy Moore. Dowling emphasized the importance of management skills, employee relations, and operational research. She highlighted the evolution of dietetics, the value of professional networks, and the impact of her team and students on her career.
Recommended Citation
Dowling, R. (2025, July 24). Oral histories of foodservice management educators in dietetics [Video and transcript]. Interview by K. Cragun. BYU ScholarsArchive, Provo, UT.