In the United States, 28.8 million Americans will suffer from an eating disorder at some point in their lives. Eating disorders are serious, yet treatable, mental, and physical illnesses that affect individuals of all genders, ages, races, body shapes, and weights. Eating
Read moreSustainable Food Systems Huskie Hack event showcases student innovation for worthy cause
When big problems seem insurmountable, young minds often bring a fresh approach to viable solutions. NIU’s inaugural Huskie Hack event proved this point when it challenged students to come up with practical plans to improve food sustainability and the future of food
Read moreSixteen staff chosen to participate in Professional Development Academy
The Staff Professional Development Academy, a new program spearheaded by Chief of Staff Matt Streb, and President Staff Fellow Michaela Holtz has launched this fall with 16 participants representing a variety of university departments. The 2022-23 Staff Professional Development Academy cohort. “The
Read moreHuskie Spotlight – Henna Muzaffar
What year did you start working at NIU? August 2018 Where is your hometown? and where do you live now? Oak Brook, Illinois. Where did you attend college and what degree(s) have you earned? Ph.D., University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign B.S. and
Read moreHuskies present at an international conference
Congratulations to Professor Henna Muzaffar (School of Health Studies) and student, Ashley Werner, who presented at the prestigious International Society for Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity Conference in Phoenix, Arizona last week.
Read moreNIU professor earns top state honor
The Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics named Julie Patterson, assistant professor of Nutrition and Dietetics in the School of Health Studies, as its 2022 Outstanding Dietitian of the Year award winner. Each state selects a recipient for the annual award which recognizes the commitment
Read moreNutrition expert and influencer Elizabeth Shaw, M.S. ’10, ‘digests’ her success
Liz Shaw, M.S. ’10, has become a national nutrition expert, spokesperson and social media influencer. Even after five years of social media success, referring to herself as an “influencer” is still difficult for Liz Shaw, ‘M.S. ’10. Yet, that is exactly what
Read moreAssistant Professor Henna Muzaffar receives DCCF grant
Assistant Professor Henna Muzaffar (far right) receives grant from the DeKalb County Community Foundation. Henna Muzaffar, assistant professor of Nutrition, Dietetics and Wellness, received a $4,510 grant from the DeKalb County Community Foundation to establish the Coordinated Approach to Child’s Health
Read moreCHHS fosters transdisciplinary research during inaugural fall showcase
Dozens of people gathered in Wirtz Hall Atrium on Oct. 27 for the inaugural College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS) Research and Scholarly Activity Showcase. With presentations about health and human science, engineering and the fine arts, the event was a
Read moreBring your appetite to New and Neptune Halls for the Dietetic Interns special dinner
Dining at New Hall and Neptune Hall will be even tastier this month thanks to a team of students from NIU’s Dietetic Internship (DI) program. From Harry Potter-inspired dishes to a taste of Narnia, diners will be treated to something special during
Read moreCHHS student selected to present at national conference
Melanie Regan College of Health and Human Sciences (CHHS) student Melanie Regan, who is majoring in Nutrition, Dietetics and Wellness, was selected to present at the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics 2021 Food and Nutrition Conference and Expo which will be held virtually
Read moreHuskie Spotlight – Meet Matthew Stark
What year did you start working at NIU? 2020 Where is your hometown? and where do you live now? Somonauk, Illinois, was my hometown and I now live in Sycamore, Illinois. What is your job title? Program coordinator Where did you attend
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