Department Chair
Jennifer Hurrell
Explore the connection between diet, health, human performance, and disease with a minor in Nutrition.
Through Bryants minor in Nutrition, youll study how the foods we eat impact everything from health and human performance to chronic disease. Our evidence-based approach will help you understand how to critically analyze trendy diets and other popular claims in todays marketplace. Explore topics such as nutrient requirements, weight control, nutritional supplements, and the causes and treatments of eating disorders. Youll also develop practical skills to assess nutrient intake and study emerging topics like food technology and policy.
Our curriculum consists of engaging coursework thats designed to prepare you for your future career. Just a few sample courses include:
Lessons from a textbook can only take you so far. Thats why experiential learning is at the core of your Bryant experience. Youll engage in hands-on projects and opportunities beginning your very first year building skills in critical thinking, learning how to adapt to challenges, and fostering your determination to succeed.
Gain practical experience and grow your confidence through our many internship opportunities.
Engage your analytical mindset by collaborating with faculty on original research in the lab and field.
Expand your horizons and immerse yourself in another culture through one of our study abroad programs.
Work with real businesses to take your leadership skills and career credentials to the next level.