Student Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics hosts fall-themed community event

On Monday, October 14, members of the Student Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (SAND) gathered at the Allen Foundation Culinary Nutrition Center for a fun and interactive baking event. The students worked together to prepare delicious pumpkin chocolate chip muffins, embracing the fall season with this nutritious and flavorful treat.

The event not only served as a hands-on culinary experience, but also as an opportunity for community building and networking among students passionate about nutrition and dietetics. As students connected over their shared interests, they exchanged knowledge, built friendships and furthered their professional networks.

"SAND is dedicated to fostering both professional growth and personal connections," said Elizbeth Johnson, president of the Student Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. "Events like this provide a welcoming space for students to share their passion for healthy eating while having fun and learning together."

The Student Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics looks forward to hosting more events in the future, continuing to create engaging opportunities for learning and collaboration in the field of nutrition.

The newly renovated Allen Foundation Culinary Nutrition Center in Wightman Hall boasts 12 workstations equipped with commercial-style ovens and modern food service equipment. It's a state-of-the-art facility that enhances the learning experience for students in the nutrition and dietetics program. Courses offered in the center include NDS 160: Introduction to Cooking, NDS 361: Food Science, and the newly added NDS 291: Introduction to Wine, offered each fall.

For more information about the nutrition and dietetics program and its course offerings, contact Program Director Dr. Najat Yahia at yahia1n@cmich.edu.