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Mission
The Department of Nutrition and Dietetics will prepare skilled future nutritionists and dietitians, focusing on food and nutrition innovation, research, sustainability, and health equity. The aim is to address nutritional challenges and promote wellness through high-quality education, experiential learning, and evidence-based practice in the Rio Grande Valley and beyond.
Vision
Core Values:
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Innovation: We embrace forward-thinking approaches in food and nutrition to develop creative solutions that improve health and well-being.
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Excellence: We are committed to providing high-quality education and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and lifelong learning.
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Sustainability: We prioritize sustainable practices in nutrition and dietetics to ensure the health of our planet and future generations.
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Equity: We champion health equity by addressing disparities and promoting inclusivity in our educational and professional endeavors.
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Evidence-Based Practice: We uphold the highest standards of evidence-based practice, ensuring our students and professionals make informed decisions to optimize health outcomes.
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Experiential Learning: We value hands-on learning experiences that prepare our students for real-world challenges and equip them with practical skills for success.
Academic Programs
Bachelor's
Bachelor's Degree
Nutritional Sciences (BS)
Bachelor of Science in Nutritional Sciences
Program Modality: Campus
The Bachelor’s degree in Nutritional Science provides students with advanced knowledge and skills through exciting educational experiences in nutrition, health, fitness, food management, and more. The program provides students with hands-on experience and integrates evidenced-based nutrition research to promote healthy living techniques for people of all ages. Students will develop competency and understanding in all aspects of nutrition to promote health and wellness in daily living. The program offers concentrations.
Concentrations:
Master's
Master's Degree
Dietetics (MS)
Master of Science in Dietetics
Program Modality: Campus
The Master’s degree in Dietetics provides the required didactic coursework and supervised experiential learning to prepare students with the knowledge and skills to become an entry-level Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN).
The Dietetics coursework includes competencies, performance indicators, and practice illustrations that allow students to demonstrate critical thinking, interprofessional collaboration, communication, evidence-based research, ethics, leadership, and dietetics knowledge. Students will be placed in a variety of practicum settings to complete competencies that prepare graduates to take the RDN exam.