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Undergraduate Degrees

Explore how graduates of our undergraduate degrees are prepared for careers in dietetics or a variety of other health professions.

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Graduate Degrees

Explore food systems and evidence-based strategies to improve individual and community health with our graduate degree.

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Certificates

Interested in food systems or nutrition for human performance? All majors are invited to pursue our two undergraduate certificates.

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Careers

See the diverse careers students have chosen and the unlimited possibilities they discovered.

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Student Experience

Explore the vast opportunities and experiences that await you in DHN.

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Contact and FAQs

Take a tour and contact us to learn more about our department and academic programs.

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Endless Opportunities

Accelerated Coordinated Program

Discover the possibilities with our ACEND accredited Accelerated Coordinated Program, including coursework & supervised practice.

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Research Opportunities

Identify opportunities for collaborating with our research faculty and contribute to evidence-based practices.

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Ways to Get Involved

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Student Organizations

Discover how you can get involved in student-led organizations on campus to gain leadership skills and experience.

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Sharing Your DHN Experience

Current students and alumni, we want to hear about your experiences, advice for freshmen and career successes.

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The Campus Kitchen

Learn more about The Campus Kitchen at UK and support students in eliminating food insecurity and food waste.

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Spring 2024 Open House

Join us for a tour to learn more about everything DHN has to offer! Attend an Introduction to Nutrition class, meet with faculty, and hear testimonies from some of our amazing students. Tours will run from 12:30 – 4:00 PM with an option to add a Main Campus morning tour with the UK Visitor Center. To register for the main campus tour, please visit https://visit.uky.edu/. Contact our Director of Undergraduate Studies Aaron Schwartz with any questions. We can't wait to see you there!
  • Friday, April 5th

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Learn more about our Lemon Tree Restaurant, housed at the University of Kentucky Department of Dietetics & Human Nutrition, which is open to the public! 

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Visit the Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships here to learn more about tuition and fees.

Scholarships

The Bridge Scholars Program is a new experiential learning opportunity for undergraduates funded by the USDA to promote hands on pre-professional and research experience. Scholars will have the opportunity to earn clinical shadowing hours as well as participate in a mentored research experience with one of 6 faculty mentors including dentist, dietitians, nurse practitioner, and physician. In addition, students will receive a $1,000 stipend and travel to a professional conference.

Visit the Bridge Scholars Program page to learn more.

The Breeding-Smith Edge Fellowship is presented annually to a student who is a part of the Accelerated Coordinated Program. A total of up to $4,000 is awarded to students with clearly demonstrated leadership skills and entrepreneurial potential.

To apply for this $4,000 award, complete the online Breeding-Smith Edge Fellowship application no later than 11:59 PM pm on May 1.

Visit our First-Year Scholarships page to learn more

Visit the Scholarship Library page to view even more financial awards and honors.

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Department of Dietetics and Human Nutrition

204 Funkhouser Building
Lexington, KY 40506
859-257-3800

DHN@UKY.EDU

Dr. Tammy Stephenson

DHN Department Chair

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Senior Academic Advisor

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Contact Information

Dr. Tammy J. Stephenson, PhD, FAND
Department Chair & Professor

202 Funkhouser Building Lexington, KY 40506-0054

+1 (859) 257-3800

tammy.stephenson@uky.edu