Department of Nutrition Health and Nutrition Diversity Scholars program

HANDS (Health and Nutrition Diversity Scholars) is a special program designed to increase the diversity of students in the field of nutrition. HANDS Scholars will participate in a 1-credit Scholars Seminar each semester, and have access to department and campus-based supports including tutoring, mentorship and career counseling. HANDS Scholars will also participate in nutrition conferences and other special programs for professional development, including workshops, self-assessment programs, research and education opportunities, as well as annual dinners and other events for a small group of committed students.  Click on the Scholars link above to learn more about Scholar activities through presentations and the Scholars' blog.

The Department of Nutrition is seeking to identify qualified and enthusiastic students who wish to participate in the HANDS Scholarship program beginning Spring semester, 2011.

 Support for this student training project was provided by USDA Higher Education Multicultural Scholars Program Competitive Grant No. 2006-38413-16595 from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture.

Download Application

Before downloading the application, click here to see who is eligible to apply to be a HANDS scholar.

Click here for instructions on applying and a pdf of the application.

Read our Scholars' Blog