Nutrition and Food Sciences

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Nutrition is critical to just about everything in life. With CBU's nutrition and food sciences degree, students can make a difference in the health and well-being of many lives. The degree program mixes courses in the life sciences with community nutrition, food technology and more.

Minor
Nutrition Minor

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Why study nutrition and food sciences at CBU?

Cook in a state-of-the-art kitchen
Many courses are taught in CBU’s Food Innovation Center, a state-of-the-art facility for students and faculty to conduct research, engage in community service projects and develop food products. Many graduates of the nutrition and food services program have found immediate employment in the food industry or have gone on to graduate programs in dietetics, food science or public health.

Serve overseas
Students can travel during the summer and serve in the health professions in various overseas locations. Some locations include Tanzania, China and the Philippines. To prepare for participation in Global Health Engagement, students will need to take two courses, ALH 301 Global Health Engagement Seminar and ALH 401 Global Health Engagement Practicum.

Lifecycle Nutrition

NFS 300

This class will provide a rapidly moving study of nutrition in the lifecycle from infancy through advancing years.

Experimental Foods

NFS 315

Students will learn to apply basic nutrition and food science research designs to conduct experiments, interpret data, and write reports.

Community and Public Health Nutrition

NFS 310

Study of the community-based programs with nutrition components, including work-site wellness, health promotion, schools, day-care programs, and health clinics.

Student Learning

Evidence of Student Learning

Upon graduation from this program, the students will be able to interpret and apply:

Nutrition concepts to evaluate and develop strategies to improve the nutritional health of communities at regional, national and international levels.
Nutrition and public health concepts to evaluate and improve the nutritional health of individuals and populations with medical conditions.
Food principles and food management to food and nutrition systems.
Communication and counseling strategies in nutrition and food education, and management that include application of health promotion and disease prevention strategies with integration of information technology.

Take the next step toward living your purpose

As you make decisions about college, keep in mind the full social, spiritual and educational experience awaiting you at CBU. Here, you will be supported by professors, staff and fellow students who will help you discover your strengths and challenge you to do more than you ever thought you could. Let us equip you with the education, training and opportunities you'll need to start making a unique difference doing what you love.

Apply today! When you complete and submit your application to CBU, a friendly and knowledgeable admissions counselor will guide you through the admissions process and all the necessary steps to become a Lancer.

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Career Opportunities

Nutritionist
Food Scientist
Experimental Food Developer
Chef 
Dietician
Food Technologist
Food Microbiologist
Community Nutrition Educator
Hospitality Manager
Nutrition Researcher
Quality Assurance Manager
Flavor Chemist
Sports Nutritionist
Food Safety Manager

*Some career opportunities may require further education

72

Units

14%

Expected Rate of Growth in the Field

4,000

Square Feet in the Food and Nutrition Tech Center

Student Testimonials
Alumni Spotlight

Student Testimonials

"I chose my major because I love food and learning about what food does to the body."
Dina, 2019

"I'm interested in how food can fuel the human body, and I would like to be an athletic nutritionist. I'm learning all the wonders God has created through what food can do for you."
Makayla Keeth, 2021

"My nutrition professors have given me incredible opportunities to gain hands-on experience outside of the school walls. I have been a student intern at RUSD's Nutrition Service Department, done research with PhD students at UCR, participated in health screenings, and volunteered with Feeding America. I know that God called me to this major to radically change people's lives and show them the love He has for them."
CariAnn Palmer, 2018

Alumni Spotlight

"I loved learning about food science in this program and being able to have hands-on experience in the Food Innovation Center. The coursework allowed me to see the many opportunities that I would have with a nutrition degree."
Katherine Gomez '22

Meet Some of Our Faculty

Akua Amankwaah

Associate Professor of Nutrition

I firmly believe God wants us to be good stewards of the body. One sure way we can live up to this expectation is to make healthy nutrition and lifestyle choices. Therefore, learning and teaching nutrition is my passion. I strive to provide hands-on learning opportunities for my students. I love to be actively involved in any local church I join and enjoy playing ping-pong in my leisure time.

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Akua Amankwaah

Associate Professor of Nutrition

I firmly believe God wants us to be good stewards of the body. One sure way we can live up to this expectation is to make healthy nutrition and lifestyle choices. Therefore, learning and teaching nutrition is my passion. I strive to provide hands-on learning opportunities for my students. I love to be actively involved in any local church I join and enjoy playing ping-pong in my leisure time.

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