It is an honor to recognize Dr. Lito Amit, a 2026 New Hampshire Union Leader 40 Under Forty honoree, for his outstanding contributions to education, innovation, and our community.
Dr. Lito Amit, a Tenured Associate Professor at Keene State College, brings a rich interdisciplinary background to occupational safety and health, combining academic rigor, practical experience, and expertise in ergonomics. He holds a Doctor of Health Science in Public Health, specializing in Ergonomics, and a Master of Science in Occupational Health, both from Daegu Catholic University in South Korea. In addition, Dr. Amit holds a Master of Arts in Science Education from Christ the King College, and a Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education majoring in Biology from Northwest Samar State University in the Philippines. He is currently pursuing a Master of Public Health at Dartmouth College as a Dartmouth Scholar. Dr. Amit is a Certified Safety Professional, Certified Instructional Trainer, Associate Safety Professional, and a Licensed Professional Teacher.
At Keene State College, Dr. Amit teaches a wide range of occupational safety and health courses while working to make a bigger impact by supporting and mentoring first-generation college students. He is dedicated to developing a strong research culture among students, actively involving them in discussion, inquiry, hands-on-activities, conference presentations, and research projects, including a research trip to Berlin with students and co-authors. His research interests include musculoskeletal disorders, workplace hazards, and innovative occupational biomechanic solutions such as wearable technologies, specifically shoulder-assistance devices designed to improve worker safety and performance.
Beyond the classroom, Dr. Amit is an active member of St. Bernard’s Church, where he participates in the folk music choir. As a permanent U.S. resident, he plans to apply for U.S. citizenship in 2028. In recognition of Dr. Amit’s professional leadership and community involvement, he was named in the 2026 New Hampshire Union Leader’s 40 Under Forty.
Congratulations to Dr. Amit on this well-deserved recognition and for the meaningful impact he continues to have on teaching, research, and service to the community.
