Prior to coming to West Chester University, she was a Dietetic Internship Director at Long Island University (LIU), Post. She earned her Bachelor of Science degree in Home Economics (Food and Nutrition) from East Carolina University, Master of Science in Clinical Nutrition from New York University and a Doctorate in Education from LIU, Post. Dr. Sarcona is a Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics and has previous work experience in clinical dietetics, wellness and sports nutrition. She has completed research on effective preceptors in dietetics and has conducted numerous preceptor training workshops. Dr. Sarcona is a registered dietitian and teaches courses in nutrition assessment and nutrition capstone in the graduate program, and advanced nutrition, professional skills in dietetics and medical nutrition therapy in the undergraduate curriculum.