Nutrition, Food Science, and Packaging

Photo of the Central Classroom Building at San Jose State University.

The Central Classroom Building is home to the Department of Nutrition, Food Science, and Packaging.

First nutrition department in the California State University system

Since 1911, we have been empowering students through knowledge, skills, and practical experience to become qualified professionals in the fields of dietetics, applied nutrition and food sciences, food management, and packaging.

Latest News from Our Blog

Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation Scholarships Awarded to Two Department of Nutrition, Food Science, and Packaging Students

September 27, 2024

Congratulations to Geraldine Molina Martinez and Erica Tovar who were awarded scholarships from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation!

Do you need another GE class? Consider another class offered by the Department of Nutrition, Food Science, and Packaging!

August 20, 2024

Need to take a General Education class? The Department of Nutrition, Food Science, and Packaging offers several GE classes meeting a variety of requirements.

Guide to Applying for the Spartan Accelerated Graduate Education Program

August 8, 2024

The SAGE Program, or Bachelor’s and Master’s Combined (4+1) Program, offers a streamlined path to earning two degrees. This program can potentially save you a year of graduate-level tuition costs.

Upcoming Events

Oct29

Nutrition and Food Science Club Event: RD Speaker Event with Suzanne Ousey, Founder of Nutrition Therapy Essentials

4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Industrial Studies 230

Oct30

Nutrition and Food Science Club Event: Halloween Fundraising Movie Night

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.Central Classroom Building 122

Nov4

NUFS 192 Informational Meeting: Students graduating Spring 2025 or Fall 2025 should plan to attend. All undergraduate students are welcome. Meeting will be recorded.

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.Online via Zoom

Nov6

External Dietetic Internship Workshop: For dietetics students interested in completing an external dietetic internship (DI) or MS+DI program. Learn about your options and the application process.

6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Online via Zoom

Nov13

Internal SJSU Dietetic Internship Info Session: Attend if you plan to apply during spring 2025 or if you are interested in learning about the process.

6:00 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.Online via Zoom