University Catalog 2023-2024
Department of Nutrition and Food Science
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Office
Office: Physical Education 224
Phone: (323) 448-3505
E-mail: schoolkns@calstatela.edu
Website: https://www.calstatela.edu/hhs/dnfs
Chair
Director: Kathryn Hillstrom
E-mail: kgraves@calstatela.edu
Phone: (323) 343-4729
The Faculty
Professors: Kathryn Hillstrom, Sunil Mangalassary
Assistant Professors: Kim Gottesman, Anureet Kaur, Michele Nicolo, Pera Jambazian
Emeriti: Laura Calderon
Overview of the School
The Department of Nutrition and Food Science prepares students to excel in nutrition and food science skills communication, research, policy, advocacy, and service. Graduates in nutrition will improve individual and community health as innovative leaders in the field. Students enrolled in the didactic program in dietetics will be prepared for supervised practice leading to eligibility for the CDR credentialing exam to become Registered Dietitian Nutritionists. Graduates of the Food Science program receive training in food safety, analysis, quality assurance, and new product development and will serve the industry, government, and non-profit organizations.
Accreditation
The BS DPD at Cal State Los Angeles is currently granted accreditation status by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics Education (ACEND) of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, 120 South Riverside Plaza, Suite 2190, Chicago, IL. 60606-6995, (312) 899-0040 ext. 5400.
ProgramsBachelor of ScienceMaster of ScienceUndergraduate CertificatePost-Baccalaureate CertificateCoursesFood Science and Technology (Undergraduate)Nutritional Science (Undergraduate)Nutritional Science (Graduate)
All 4000-level courses may be applied toward master’s degree requirements except NTRS 4790; subject to limits established by the School and approval of the graduate adviser. Classified graduate standing is required for enrollment in 5000-level courses.
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