Why Nutrition and Food Studies at Mason?

Develop the Skills to Positively Influence Food and Nutrition Policy
Develop the Skills to Positively Influence Food and Nutrition Policy

.  Collaborate with faculty, who are leaders in their field, on research projects

.  Develop skills to interpret and present research in the fast-changing field of nutrition

.  Tackle pressing problems facing nutrition policy, locally and globally

.  Shape the future of nutrition and food policy with a practicum experience in the greater Washington, DC area

  

Improve Public Health Through Nutrition-focused Programs and Interventions
Improve Public Health Through Nutrition-focused Programs and Interventions

.  Design nutrition- and food-related interventions that address health issues among individuals, families, and communities

.  Educate people on food choices to influence behavior change and impact society

.  Develop a better understanding of how food quality can improve health outcomes

  

Combine the Science of Nutrition with the Culture of Food
Combine the Science of Nutrition with the Culture of Food

.  Gain knowledge and experience in the only nutrition and food studies program in Northern Virginia

.  Learn the science behind food choices, food preparation methods, and safe food preparation skills

.  Examine different aspects of food production, consumption, and safety to gain a comprehensive understanding of nutrition and food studies

.  Apply food composition knowledge in designing food- and nutrition-related interventions

   

Our Students Collaborate with Local Governments and Community, National, and Global Organizations
Our Students Collaborate with Local Governments and Community, National, and Global Organizations

.  Engage with local communities and organizations to improve the health of adults and children

.  Partner with federal organizations, such as the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and the National Institutes of Health

.  Take advantage of faculty affiliations with various organizations, including local and international organizations, such as the Fairfax County Head Start Program and the Kisumu Medical and Education Trust in Kenya