The Department of Nutrition and Health Science is committed to delivering exceptional educational experiences and advancing our respective disciplines through research and service to develop evidence-based practices that promote optimal health while respecting the unique qualities of diverse populations. Our vision is that graduates of our programs will embrace critical thinking, creative problem solving, and lifelong learning through exceptional experiences that prepare them to work effectively in varied professions and with diverse populations to improve health and well-being. We value health and wellbeing throughout the lifespan, interprofessional education, scholarship, community engagement for the advancement of evidence-based and best health practices, lifelong learning, and the unique qualities associated with a diverse population.
We depend on the generous support of community partners, alumni, and friends to offer diverse, real-world opportunities to our students in the following undergraduate programs of Health Education and Promotion, Dietetics, Radiography, and Respiratory Therapy. We also train students at the graduate level with MS Programs in Nutrition and Dietetics. The department needs the most assistance with donations to our general fund (6901), but we embrace giving to any of our multiple funds, including scholarship and research support.
This year, we are focusing on fundraising to facilitate the growth of our Nutrition Laboratories. These laboratories facilitate assessment, biomarker collection, sample processing storage, and analysis. Students have opportunities to learn and practice nutrition focused physical examinations, measure of body composition, and collect and analyze biospecimens. These facilities are used for both instruction and research. Your support of the Department of Nutrition and Health Science will enable our Nutrition Laboratories to grow, providing important opportunities for students.
DEPARTMENT CHALLENGE:
This year, the Department of Nutrition and Health Science and Social Work are going head-to-head! The department who raises the most money on One Ball State Day will get the honor of receiving a homemade meal provided by the other department. Help our faculty and staff receive a delicious meal prepped by our 5th floor neighbors!