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Welcome to the Department of Human Nutrition at Winthrop University — a place where your passion for health, food, and science can grow into a meaningful and impactful career.

Our department is more than classrooms and textbooks. It’s a community of students, faculty, and alumni who share a commitment to advancing health through nutrition science, evidence-based practice, and service to others. Whether you are pursuing a career as a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), leading community health programs, shaping policy, or innovating in food service management, you will find the tools, experiences, and mentorship you need here.

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We are proud that our programs deliver results. Our graduates excel in competitive dietetic internships, succeed in passing the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) credentialing exam, and go on to make a difference in clinical care, public health, education, and industry. These outcomes are not by chance — they are the result of a curriculum grounded in nutritional sciences, experiential learning in state-of-the-art facilities, and close faculty mentorship every step of the way.

From day one, you will have opportunities to apply what you learn — whether that’s counseling clients in our nutrition clinic, conducting research on emerging nutrition topics, working alongside community partners, or leading service projects that address food insecurity and promote health equity. Our faculty bring deep expertise across areas such as maternal and child nutrition, chronic disease prevention, sustainable food systems, and the microbiome — ensuring that your education reflects the most current and relevant science.

As you explore your path, know that you’re joining a department with a long history of excellence and innovation. Our programs are ACEND-accredited, nationally respected, and designed to prepare you not only for your first job, but for leadership in a rapidly changing field.

If you are ready to be challenged, inspired, and supported in equal measure — to blend your passion for health with the science and skills to make a lasting difference — then you are in the right place. I invite you to explore our programs, connect with our faculty, and envision the impact you can make as a Winthrop Human Nutrition graduate.

Welcome to the legacy of Winthrop Human Nutrition.