UF IFAS Department of Food Science & Human Nutrition

Learn five things you didn’t know about the

department—and take our “Guess the Faculty Member” quiz!

https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/fshndept/2026/02/02/five-things-you-didnt-know-about-the-uf-fshn-department/

University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences

FSHN Department, University of Florida | Five Fun Facts Even for seasoned members, it's challenging to know everything about the University of Florida's FSHN department. Check out: five fun facts!

Congratulations to Alana Hunt, Ana Matheu, and Ellie Morris on receiving the NAFFS Scholarship! 🎓🍊
Thank you to NAFFS for your generosity and continued support of University of Florida Food Science students. NAFFS continues to inspire the next generation of food scientists by investing in student education, innovation, and leadership. We’re proud of you, Gators! 🐊

Celiac-related folate deficiency during pregnancy can raise the risk of neural tube defects, but screening and basic supplementation greatly reduce that risk. master’s student Emily Cohen explains how.

Celiac Disease and Folate Deficiency: A Neurological Threat to Developing Babies Nutrition Stories explores hot topics in nutrition & dietetics in the FSHN program at the University of Florida. Celiac disease, pregnancy.

FSHN students took on Chicago for the Private Label Manufacturers Association University Outreach Program! 🌃✨
An immersive look into the rapidly growing private-label industry and a direct pipeline to internships, jobs, and real-world innovation.
The future of food science is bright, and our Gators are leading the way. 🐊🌱

🌍✨ Study Abroad in Croatia! 🇭🇷

📅 Info Session: Tuesday, October 29 | 4:15–5:00 PM
📍 UF International Center

Interested in food systems, sustainability, and global change? Join UF faculty for an unforgettable summer abroad in Croatia (May 18 – June 10, 2026) through the UF Food & Global Change Program! 🌿

✅ Earn 6 UF credits
✅ Explore Mediterranean agriculture, culture, and cuisine
✅ Includes field excursions, housing, and daily breakfasts

Don’t miss your chance to learn more about this incredible experience — scan the QR code or visit internationalcenter.ufl.edu to apply by February 2, 2026! ✈️

🌍✨ Study Abroad in Croatia! 🇭🇷

Interested in food systems, sustainability, and global change? Join UF faculty for an unforgettable summer abroad in Croatia (May 18 – June 10, 2026) through the UF Food & Global Change Program! 🌿

✅ Earn 6 UF credits
✅ Explore Mediterranean agriculture, culture, and cuisine
✅ Includes field excursions, housing, and daily breakfasts

📅 Info Session: Tuesday, October 29 | 4:15–5:00 PM
📍 UF International Center

Don’t miss your chance to learn more about this incredible experience. Scan the QR code or visit internationalcenter.ufl.edu to apply by February 2, 2026! ✈️

Big changes can cause doubt and uncertainty—such as beginning your college journey—but pushing through can lead to opportunity and fulfillment! food science graduate and Senior Distinction Scholarship winner Evelyn Neilson shares her journey to personal and career fulfillment in the face of doubt.

https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/fshndept/2025/10/20/opportunity-letters-to-myself-evelyn-neilson-b-s-food-science-shares-advice-for-first-year-students/

DPD graduate Emily Rodriguez-Hidalgo offers guidelines for how to make healthy modifications to traditional Hispanic recipes - no culinary degree required!
https://blogs.ifas.ufl.edu/fshndept/2025/10/13/hispanic-food-nourishing-your-tradition-healthy-modifications-for-hispanic-recipes/

🥗 Food Week 2025 Recap! 🍎
From hands-on cooking demos and taste tests to interactive booths and industry panels, this year’s Food Week was a huge success! Our UF Food Science & Human Nutrition community came together to celebrate innovation, sustainability, and the joy of good food.

A huge thank you to our amazing sponsors PepsiCo, Campbell’s, and Impossible Foods for helping make this event possible! 🙌 Your support fueled a week full of learning, creativity, and delicious memories.

Our final Food Week 2025 schedule! Thank you all for an amazing week. We hope you join us for our final events!

Today’s food week schedule. Please join us and the FSHN club in welcoming Campbell’s Soup for their industry presentation at 5:00 pm! See you there!

Today’s food week schedule. We hope to see you at some of our amazing events today! Don’t miss out!