Dr. Lorraine Robbins

Professor

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Biography

Lorraine B. Robbins is a Professor at Michigan State University’s College of Nursing. She serves as the PhD Program Director and has extensive experience in research pertaining to physical activity, nutrition, adolescent health, and obesity prevention. She has been the principal investigator on several NIH/NHLBI-funded research grants, focusing on interventions aimed at promoting healthy lifestyles among children and adolescents. She is actively involved in the academic community, co-advising PhD students and contributing to various interdisciplinary research projects. Robbins’ educational background includes a PhD from Widener University and post-doctoral training at the University of Michigan. She has received several accolades for her research contributions, including recognition as a top scholar in obesity research. Lorraine engages in academic outreach and mentorship, aimed at enhancing health-promoting behaviors across different age groups. Her work exemplifies a commitment to improving public health through evidence-based strategies and community engagement.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2010-01-01 — Present

College of Nursing, Michigan State University • East Lansing, MI

Teaching and mentoring students in advanced nursing practice and engaging in community health research.

Awards

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Lifetime Achievement Award

2025-01-01
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Graduate Teaching Award

2024-01-01
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Honor-A-Researcher Award

2020-01-01
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Senior Nurse Researcher Award

2019-01-01
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Fellow

2014-01-01

Requirements for Michigan State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:17
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field At least 15 credits in psychology courses
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Specialization Notes

Department of Psychology