Research, Higher Education, Community Outreach
Bachelor of Science in Packaging, Nutrition for Physical Performance Minor, Packaging Minor, Nutrition and Food Science Minor, Master of Science in Nutritional Science, Dietetic Internship Program, Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Science
Established in 1911, the Department of Nutrition, Food Science, and Packaging at San José State University is the first nutrition department in the California State University system. It offers comprehensive undergraduate and graduate programs, including concentrations in Dietetics, Applied Nutrition and Food Sciences, Food Management, and Packaging. The department prepares students for diverse careers in community organizations, educational institutions, healthcare facilities, research laboratories, corporations, and government agencies. The Dietetics program is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND), qualifying students to pursue registered dietitian credentials. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
