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

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.

Cassandra Boyd and Dr. John Gieng's Research on Prebiotics Featured in Newsweek, Many Other News Sources

July 31, 2023

Congratulations to department graduate student, Cassandra Boyd, and assistant professor, Dr. John Gieng, for having their research recognized in many news publications!

Upcoming Events

Sep10

Welcome Event for Department of Nutrition, Food Science, and Packaging Students and Faculty. Hosted by Nutrition and Food Science Club. Come for pizza, games, and to connect with department students and faculty. RSVP.

1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.Central Classroom Building 128

Sep17

Nutrition and Food Science Club Speaker Event: Project Nourish. Learn more about this research collaboration between SJSU and Stanford University. Project Nourish aims to create carbohydrate counting tools for multicultural populations.

5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.Central Classroom Building 122

Sep30

Speakers: Jane D’Souza & Richard Roth. Topic: Motivational Interviewing + SJSU Student Poster Session. Refreshments will be provided. 1 CEU will be offered for RDNs.

6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.SJSU Student Union Meeting Room 3