Nutrition and Wellness
The Department of Nutrition offers students a Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Wellness.
Do you have a passion for food? It's time to put it to use
Students in Nutrition and Wellness develop a solid foundation in the sciences, communications, and business. They gain skills in critically evaluating and communicating scientific research, behavioral counseling, and understanding evidence-based approaches for chronic disease prevention and treatment.
What can you do with a degree in Nutrition and Wellness?
With a degree in Nutrition and Wellness, you can pursue careers in nutrition education and counseling to promote health and wellness, and nutrition programming in local community organizations and government organizations.
You can also continue your education and study graduate programs in public health, nutrition, or journalism.
Nutrition Programs at Simmons University
See what it's like to be part of our Nutrition program.
Our Faculty
The faculty in the Nutrition Department are nationally known in their area of expertise. Each has years of practice experience in their areas of teaching. They have served in state government boards and national committees, and won national awards.
They are dedicated educators committed to the success of our students. Each student will have a faculty advisor in nutrition who will provide individualized guidance for coursework selection and career planning.
Lisa Brown
Professor, Nutrition Co-Chair, and Director of the Dietetic Internship Program
Teresa Fung
Professor, and Ruby Winslow Linn Endowed Professor, Nutrition Co-Chair, and Director of Didactic Program in Dietetics
Jacqueline Beatty
Assistant Professor
Sharon Gallagher
Professor of Practice and Assistant Director of the Dietetic Internship Program
Yara Gholmie
Assistant Teaching Professor
Kathrina Prelack
Associate Professor
Elizabeth Colavito Siu
Associate Professor of Practice and Director the Masters Program
Urshila Sriram
Assistant Teaching Professor
Kate Walker
Assistant Professor of Practice and Nutrition Clinical Instructor of DIP
Spotlight on Nutrition and Wellness Students and Alums
What's the Difference Between Nutritionists and Dietitians?
What is the difference between a Nutritionist and a Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN)? The job titles sound similar, but the roles are in fact quite distinct. The difference between the two lies in their education and training.