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Food Science and Technology is an exciting multidisciplinary field that prepares students with a comprehensive knowledge of the biological, physical and engineering sciences to develop new food products, design innovative processing technologies, improve food quality and nutritive value, enhance the safety of foods and ensure the wholesomeness of our food supply. Food Science majors apply the principles learned in the basic sciences such as food chemistry, biochemistry, genetics, microbiology, food engineering and nutrition to provide consumers with safe, wholesome and attractive food products that contribute to their health and well-being.
The undergraduate curriculum is approved by the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) and offers two tracks, a Food Science Option and an Industry Option. These tracks provide promising career opportunities in areas such as food product/ process design, technical service, research and development, quality assurance, food safety, food law, regulatory oversight, technological innovation, marketing, corporate sales, sensory evaluation, and operations management. There are numerous opportunities available for corporate internships, scholarships and study abroad programs that provide real-world experience and enhance opportunities for employment after completing a baccalaureate degree.
Undergraduate Advising
Graduate Advising
The graduate program in Food Science and Technology is administered by the Department Food Science and Technology, and its membership includes faculty from Food Science, Animal Science, Biological and Agricultural Engineering, Horticultural Sciences, Poultry Science, Soil and Crop Sciences, and the Health Science Center.
Graduate training in Food Science and Technology is designed to provide advanced training in the basic sciences, processing technology, and engineering processes related to the production, processing, distribution, or utilization of food. Food sciences courses to strengthen the primary interest of the student are selected from those listed by the departments participating in the program. Areas of specialization include engineering, food chemistry, food microbiology, meat science, cereal chemistry, horticultural sciences, food safety, toxicology, and poultry science.
Courses of study lead to the Master of Agriculture, the Master of Science, and the Doctor of Philosophy degrees. Courses for the degree program are selected from the various departments to serve the needs of the graduate student. Please include name(s), contact information, and scheduling information
Schedule a Meeting through Navigate
To meet with an advisor, students should schedule an appointment using the Navigate Student App or online portal. Students can browse the advisor directory to view each advisor’s individualized Navigate scheduling link.
Scheduling Information: Email first. If not resolved, please schedule a ZOOM meeting.
Preparing for a Meeting
To prepare for a meeting, undergraduate students are encouraged to bring a list of questions or issues they would like to discuss. If they need assistance with their schedule or long-term planning, students should bring a draft schedule or tentative class list along. Students are encouraged to arrive on time.
Join our Email List
The Advisors use the Food Science Listserv to email information regarding courses, scholarships, awards, meetings, etc. Anyone is welcome to join the listservs at anytime. Please follow the instructions below to join or remove yourself from the email list.
Joining the Food Science Listserv
You can join the list by sending an e-mail to [email protected] and in the BODY put
SUBSCRIBE food-science firstname lastname
Example: SUBSCRIBE food-science john doe