where the kitchen is the classroom
Explore Hospitality, Restaurant and Tourism ManagementThe Department of Nutrition and Health Sciences is committed to creating an environment that is welcoming to all; where each person feels accepted, valued, and safe. Visit cehs.unl.edu/nhs/nhs-deib/ to learn more.
Our Mission
Enhance human health and well-being through discovery and application of scientific knowledge.
Our Vision
Create a diverse and inclusive research and learning environment to advance health and hospitality, experiential learning, and engagement with individuals, families, communities, and businesses.
Our Core Values
- Collaboration to create a positive and inclusive learning and work environment for all.
- Working together to positively impact individuals, families, schools, communities, and businesses.
- Culturally responsive and respectful of diverse people, ideas, voices, and perspectives.
- Multidisciplinary approaches to scholarship that integrate teaching and learning, research and creative activity, outreach, and service.
- Innovation, collaboration, creativity, and curiosity as we address the complex issues facing individuals, families, schools, communities, and businesses.
- Creation of new knowledge and its application to human and community needs.
Graduate Programs
Graduate students can enroll in a graduate program within the NHS department.
Featured StudentRenee
“We interact directly with the athletes, attending practices and assisting on the sidelines at sporting events. What better way to learn than that?”
NHS Associate Professor Shinya Takahashi interviews Senior Ben Stille regarding his UNL experience and advice for new students:
NHS Associate Professor Shinya Takahashi interviews Senior Clare Morehouse regarding her UNL experience and advice for new students:
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Carlos Wear Lecture to feature GNC leader’s journey in nutritional supplement industry
Rachel Jones, senior vice president and chief product innovation science officer for GNC, will give a presentation about her experiences in the sports nutrition industry at 1:30 p.m. on April 3, in room 227 of Carolyn Pope Edwards Hall.