This Project Grant award from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) under the Hispanic-Serving Institutions (HSI) Education Grants Program (CFDA 10.223) provides $1,200,000 over 4 years to The University Corporation, a non-profit auxiliary organization affiliated with California State University, Northridge (CSUN). The project aims to increase diversity and representation in the nutrition and food science fields by: (1) raising awareness of career pathways among high school and community college students; (2) enhancing recruitment and retention of underrepresented students in CSUN's nutrition and food science programs; (3) improving transfer rates from community colleges to CSUN's 4-year programs; and (4) supporting the retention and graduation of underrepresented students in CSUN's nutrition and food science programs. Key activities include outreach to local high schools and community colleges, development of a fellowship program for CSUN nutrition and food science students, incorporation of industry certifications and culinary arts into the curriculum, and provision of financial assistance, experiential learning, peer mentorship, and other student support services.
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