Laurie Larkin, Ph.D.
Associate Professor
Education
- Ph.D. Health Promotion, Purdue University
- M.S. Human Performance/Exercise Physiology, University of Wisconsin – La Crosse
- B.S. Physical Education; Health Education; and Coaching, University of Wisconsin – River Falls
Research & Academic Interests
- Exercise and health behaviors
- Diabetes treatment and prevention
- Drug use and college students
- Eating disorders and college athletes
Publications
- Larkin, J., Myre, P., Larkin, L.J. (2024). Vertical Jump Assessment and Norms for College Students Using a Low-Cost System. Kentucky SHAPE Journal, 61 (2), 10-21.
- Mattox, C. H., Larkin, L. J., Marion, J.W., Botts, T., Grabeel, V., & Pinion C. (2023). Pre vs Post-test Evaluation of an Educational Intervention Regarding Dog-Related Campylobacter Infection. Submitted to the Florida Environmental Health Association Journal.
- Halliwell, B., Larkin, L.J., Larkin, J., Bryden, P., & Schwartz, L. (2022). Longevity versus Looks: Perceived Benefits of Exercise among Kentucky University Students. Kentucky SHAPE Journal, 60 (1), 31-41.
- Corrone, R., Larkin, L.J., & Bhandari, M. (2021). Intravenous Drug Use in Perinatal HCV Cases in Kentucky. Kentucky SHAPE Journal, 58 (2), 45-63.
Associations, Affiliations & Work History
- American Public Health Association
- Kentucky Public Health Association
- United States Tennis Association
Awards & Accolades
- 2024 Building Epidemiologic Capacity in Kentucky (BECKY) Award
- 2024 EKU Thank a Professor Recognition
- 2015 Southern District College/University Health Education Professional of the Year
