William J Lendway


Assistant Professor College of Food Innovation & Technology Interdisciplinary Food Studies Providence

Biography and Expertise

William Lendway spent years advancing in culinary arts before pursuing an additional degree in nutrition. Through numerous accidental opportunities at the University of Minnesota which he embraced, he fell in love with teaching and found value in his unique background. His research interests include whole grains, the culinary creative process, and how to incorporate new (to us) foods into our diets. He continues to work with local community nutrition projects in both Minnesota and Rhode Island. He also owns and operates a mobile food establishment during the summers in Rhode Island.

Education

MS
University of Minnesota

BS
University of Minnesota

Diploma
St. Paul Technical Vocational Institute

Registered Dietitian (RD or RDN)
Commission on Dietetic Registration

Registered Dietitian (RD or RDN)
Commission on Dietetic Registration

Registered Dietitian (RD or RDN)
Commission on Dietetic Registration

Greek Yogurt vs. Regular Yogurt: Is One Better? (Magazine)
AARP
January 3, 2024
https://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2024/greek-vs-regular-yogurt.html

Johnson and Wales students turn gift from professor into gourmet hot dog, dumpling cart (TV)
WJAR
August 28, 2023
https://turnto10.com/news/coronavirus/johnston-and-wales-students-turn-gift-professor-popular-gourmet-hot-dog-cart-career-culinary-arts-food-truck-bun-buds

11 Ways You’re Using Your Microwave All Wrong (Magazine)
AARP
June 14, 2023
https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/info-2023/microwave-mistakes.html

7 Ways to Follow a Low-Sodium Diet (Magazine)
AARP
October 14, 2022
https://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2022/less-sodium.html

Is MSG Getting a Bad Rap? (Magazine)
AARP
August 3, 2022
https://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2022/msg-health.html

8 Foods You’re Storing All Wrong in the Kitchen (Magazine)
AARP
March 17, 2022
https://www.aarp.org/home-family/your-home/info-2022/food-storage-tips.html

How to Choose Healthier Bread (Magazine)
AARP
October 20, 2021
https://www.aarp.org/health/healthy-living/info-2021/healthy-bread-choices.html

Get the Anti-Aging Benefits of Whole Grains (Magazine)
Consumer Reports
December 3, 2019
https://www.consumerreports.org/healthy-eating/whole-grains-anti-aging-benefits/

Massachusetts Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Fuste-Forne, F. & Noguer-Juncà, E. & Lendway, W.
Designing Michelin-starred menus from the perspective of chefs: Is the presence of local food worth a trip?
International Journal of Food Design
9
1
9-25

Boon, B. & Schifferstein, H. & Lendway, W.
Seasonality as a consideration, inspiration and aspiration in food design
International Journal of Food Design
7
1
79-100

Lendway, W. & Hesse, D. & Marquart, L.
Minneapolis/St. Paul Chefs’ Attitudes and Behaviors Regarding Whole Grain Use.
Journal of Foodservice Business Research
17
2
122-135

University of Minnesota Department of Food Science and Nutrition 50th Anniversary Showcase
Keynote/Plenary Address
University of Minnesota Department of Food Science and Nutrition 50th Anniversary Showcase
University of Minnesota Department of Food Science and Nutrition
Campus Club, Coffman Memorial Union
Minneapolis
MN
United States

Exploration of a Hands-on Culinary Nutrition Module for Dietetics Students
Poster
Nutrition 2022
American Society of Nutrition
(virtual)
Bethesda
MD
United States

Preparing the Future Nutrition Professional: Culinary-Focused Summer Internship for Nutrition Undergraduates
Poster
Nutrition 2022
American Society of Nutrition
(virtual)
Bethesda
MD
United States

Educating a New Generation of Whole Grain Chefs
Oral Presentation
Oldways Whole Grains Away From Home Conference
Oldways
Chicago
IL
United States