Ph.D., University of Kansas, 2015
M.A., University of Northern Iowa, 2008
B.A., University of Northern Iowa, 2006
Dr. Patricia Dietz is a professor of exercise science and chair of the Department of Health & Human Performance at Wartburg College. In addition to teaching and advising health and human performance students, she is an active member of the Athletics and Admission & Scholarship committees. Patricia also contributes to Wartburg’s athletics program as the sport performance coach for the women’s basketball team. A Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (NSCA-CSCS) and USA Weightlifting Level 1 Sport Performance Coach, Patricia also holds certifications from the American Council on Exercise (ACE) and in TRX Suspension Training. She is a member of the American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM) and maintains current CPR and First Aid certification.
Research Interests
Skeletal Muscle Performance
Sport Performance
Courses Taught
Exercise Science Seminar
Physiology of Exercise
Science of Muscle Growth
Advanced Exercise Physiology & Lab
Exercise Testing & Prescription
Essentials of Strength Training
