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

Event OnOct23

Nutrition and Food Science Club Event: Food Science Experts Panel -  Erin Evers, Brian Chan, and Shannon Rosete

Time:12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.Location:Student Union Meeting Room 1B
Event OnOct23

College of Health and Human Sciences Ice Cream Social -  Free ice cream! Representatives from the Department of Nutrition, Food Science, and Packaging will be on-hand to answer questions about the department!

Time:12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.Location:Interdisciplinary Sciences Building Lawn
Event OnOct29

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

Time:4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.Location:Industrial Studies 230
Event OnOct30

Nutrition and Food Science Club Event: Halloween Fundraising Movie Night

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