DePaul University Athletics
DePaul Sports Nutrition operates underneath the Sports Performance program. Led by Sports Dietitian and RDN, Hailey Lacy, the Sports Nutrition program operates with the goal to optimize athletic performance, recovery and injury prevention through personalized nutrition guidance and targeted fueling strategies. They work to instill sustainable healthy nutrition habits through education and practical application that last beyond the student-athlete experience.
The mission of DePaul Sports Medicine is to provide Blue Demon student-athletes cutting edge medical care, utilizing the best healthcare providers in the Chicagoland area in order to ensure student-athlete welfare while maximizing athletic performance. DePaul Sports Medicine will care for the total student-athlete by providing injury prevention, treatment, rehabilitation services and athlete educational programming. DePaul Sports Medicine is committed to maintaining the high level of care provided to Blue Demon student-athletes through continuing education, utilizing the latest available technology and implementing research-based emerging therapeutic methods.DePaul Sports Medicine Mission Statement
Services
- One-on-One Nutrition Counseling
- Team Nutrition Education
- On Campus Fueling Resources: Fuel Stations, Dining Hall & Meal Plan Navigation
- Hydration Testing & Education
- Cooking Demonstrations
- Grocery Store Tours
- Travel Nutrition Guidance
- Supplements: Evidence based supplement guidance and education
- Body Composition Assessment, Interpretation & Education
- Nutrition Activations: Finals Fueling, Catered Meals at Fuel Station, Snack of the Month (exposure to unfamiliar foods)
Meet the Staff
Experience Opportunities - Interested in gaining experience in the field of sport nutrition? Dietetic intern, student worker and volunteer opportunities may be available to help expand sports nutrition services for athletes. If you're interested, please contact Hailey Lacy (hlacy1@depaul.edu).