Suzanne M. Babich

SUBTOPIC=Biography
– Babich earned a BS in dietetics from Michigan State University in 1981 and a MS in nutrition from Winthrop University in 1991.
– She obtained a DrPH from University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 2001.
– Babich is an adjunct professor in the Department of Health Policy and Management at Gillings School of Global Public Health.
– She serves as the Associate Dean of Global Health and Professor of Health Policy and Management at the Richard M. Fairbanks School of Public Health, Indiana University–Purdue University Indianapolis.
– Babich chairs the Board of Accreditation for the European Agency for Public Health Education Accreditation (APHEA).

SUBTOPIC=Vegetarianism
– Babich identifies as a vegan-leaning, lacto ovo vegetarian for almost 50 years.
– She was involved with the editorial board of the Vegetarian Times magazine and was a nutrition adviser for the Vegetarian Resource Group.
– Babich was the primary author for the American Dietetic Association’s 1988 and 1993 position papers on vegetarian diets with Johanna T. Dwyer.
– The 1988 position paper challenged the concept of protein combining as unnecessary.
– In 1990, Babich collaborated with T. Colin Campbell on data compilation for the China Health Project.

SUBTOPIC=Accomplishments
– Babich wrote a food column called “On the Table” in the Raleigh News and Observer and the Charlotte Observer from 2003 to 2014, totaling 600 columns.
– She was awarded a U.S. Fulbright Scholar Award in 2022 to collaborate with colleagues in Croatia at the University of Rijeka.
– Babich is on the advisory board of the Coalition for Healthy School Food (CHSF), promoting plant-based foods and nutrition in schools.
– A 2nd edition of her book “Living Vegetarian For Dummies” was published in 2022.
– Babich is recognized for her contributions to public health workforce development.

SUBTOPIC=Publications
– Babich’s works include the American Dietetic Association’s position papers on vegetarian diets in 1988 and 1993.
– She authored columns in the Vegetarian Times magazine and contributed to various publications on vegetarianism.
– Babich’s book “Living Vegetarian For Dummies” has been well-received and updated with a 2nd edition.
– Her research and writings have influenced the understanding and promotion of vegetarian diets.
– Babich’s publications have contributed significantly to the field of nutrition and public health.

SUBTOPIC=Professional Roles
– Babich is an adjunct professor and serves in leadership roles at various academic institutions.
– She is actively involved in public health education and accreditation efforts.
– Babich’s expertise in health policy and management is recognized through her roles at different institutions.
– She contributes to the development of public health workforce through her teaching and mentoring.
– Babich’s professional engagements span across academia, public health, and nutrition fields.