Dr. Rivera joined Endicott College as an Assistant Professor in the School of Sport Science in July 2024. She graduated with her PhD in Kinesiology from the University of Central Florida in 2024, where her research was focused on blood flow restriction exercise and its effects on neuromuscular function among clinical and healthy populations. Over the course of the last 8 years, Paola has gained experience in research and teaching students ranging from middle school to graduate school.
University of Central Florida
Ph.D.
Kinesiology
2024
University of Central Florida
M.S.
Sport and Exercise Science
2019
University of Central Florida
B.S.
Sport and Exercise Science
2016
University of Central Florida, Order of Pegasus (2024)
UCF`s 30 Under 30 Class of 2024
National Strength and Conditioning Association Leadership and Diversity Training Program (2023)
National Strength and Conditioning Association Leadership and Diversity Training Program (2022)
American College of Sports Medicine Leadership and Diversity Training Program (2022)
McKnight Doctoral Fellowship (2020 - 2024)
2023 - Principal Investigator. “The Chronic Effects of Low-Load Blood Flow Restriction and Creatine Supplementation on Strength and Neuromuscular Function” National Strength and Conditioning Association Doctoral Research Grant. Awarded $12,656
AT216: Exercise Physiology
EX305: Exercise Assessment and Prescription
EX489: Senior Research