Melissa Dawn Bittner
Academic Biography:
A 2003 Monmouth College graduate, brings a high level of energy and passion for the game to the women's basketball program. Bittner finished her career as the school’s third-leading scorer with 1,318 points. She was selected to the All-MWC basketball squad in all four seasons. Also a member of the Scots’ volleyball and track teams, Bittner was named all-conference an amazing 15 times out of a possible 16 athletic seasons. Her All-American career was completed in style with her selection as Illinois’ NCAA Woman of the Year winner in 2003. She was also a top 10 finalist for the national award.
Research Interests:
Basketball, Physical Education, Adapted Physical Education, Health, Study Abroad
Courses Taught:
PHED190 Foundations of Physical Education and Sport
PHED 181 School Health Concepts
PHED430 Adapted Physical Education
TEDP379 Health Curriculum and Instruction
PHED318 Coaching of Basketball
Education: BA Monmouth College 2003
MS Western Illinois University 2006
Contact Info:
Office: Rm 2012 Huff Athletic Ctr
Email: mbittner@monmouthcollege.edu