Silver linings for Kendall Reagan Nutrition Center's virtual nutrition counseling
Nutrition telehealth sessions are convenient, safe and build trust.
College of Health and Human Sciences News
InTERFEWS program training leaders to solve problems in food, energy, water systems
The NSF-funded program brings together students and faculty who are interested in studying food, energy and water issues and the many ways in which those systems affect each other.
CSU launches $11M 'student success' effort to boost 70% graduation rate
Building on progress that CSU campuses have made over the last decade, the Board of Governors of the CSU System recently voted to invest $11 million to push forward efforts designed to close equity gaps and improve overall rates of student success.
State health department, CSU team start work on environmental justice mapping tool
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and a team from Colorado State University are gathering community and stakeholder input on a new environmental justice mapping tool, CO EnviroScreen.
CSU sees spike in student/employee aid gifts during 3rd-highest fundraising year
Even as the pandemic was taking a severe financial toll on people around the world, Colorado State University had one of its strongest years ever for fundraising — and donors were especially interested in contributing to programs for people in need, such as Ram Aid and Rams Against Hunger.
CSU researchers think it’s time for a government agency focused solely on climate research, innovation
The researchers propose a new agency, ARPA-C, that would place issues of culture and equity alongside science and technology.
Ram Family
School of Education faculty, students, and alumni to present at 2021 Diversity Symposium
Numerous faculty, students, and alumni of the School of Education to present at the 2021 Colorado State University Diversity Symposium, October 25-29. The Education Strand takes place on Thursday, October 28.
Food Science and Human Nutrition faculty and graduate students write for The Conversation
Our faculty and graduate students are writing articles for The Conversation, a nonprofit news organization.
Silver linings for Kendall Reagan Nutrition Center's virtual nutrition counseling
Nutrition telehealth sessions are convenient, safe and build trust.
KRNC Student Spotlight: Jenny Whittington
Read more about Kendall Reagan Nutrition Center student spotlight, Jenny Whittington!
Fall 2021 Construction Management Career Fair
Construction Management's fall '21 career fair had huge turnout by both employers and students.
Two CSU students among 18 nationally designated as graduate fellows by Hispanic higher education group
Colorado State University doctoral students Bri Sérráno and Eileen Galvez are physically separated by about 2,900 miles — a 43-hour, coast-to-coast drive — between California State University-Dominguez Hills and Yale College. But the CSU Higher Education Leadership students are both among 18 people named as 2022 fellows of the American Association of Hispanics in Higher Education.
Colorado State University fermentation science students gain unique, hands-on experience at the Ramskeller teaching brewery
Located on the first floor of the Lory Student Center, the production and teaching brewery located in the Ramskeller Pub provides the opportunity for Fermentation Science and Technology Program students to brew up innovative beer flavors.
Research and Creative Scholarship
Doctoral student in Occupational Therapy awarded Dean’s Fellowship for music therapy research
Susan Mingils is a fourth-year Ph.D. candidate in the Occupation and Rehabilitation Science program in Colorado State University’s Department of Occupational Therapy, and the recipient of the Dean's Fellowship from the College of Health and Human Sciences.
Occupational Therapy doctoral student named a 2021 Dean’s Fellow for her work with sensory integration
Patricia Grady, a fourth-year candidate in the Occupation and Rehabilitation Science Ph.D. Program, is one of two students to receive the 2021-22 Dean’s Fellowship from the College of Health and Human Sciences.
A building that teaches: Interdisciplinary team creates augmented reality app while overcoming pandemic challenges
An interdisciplinary team of faculty and students collaborated through the pandemic to build an augmented reality app. The app showcases the Nancy Richardson Design center as a "building that teaches." The technology is ready for testing; see how you can contribute to this research.
InTERFEWS program training leaders to solve problems in food, energy, water systems
The NSF-funded program brings together students and faculty who are interested in studying food, energy and water issues and the many ways in which those systems affect each other.
Increased expectations for fathers expose lack of support for new dads
CSU is partnering with Women’s Clinic of Northern Colorado to create DadSpace, a program dedicated to new and expecting fathers.
A Q&A with Susan Faircloth about her leadership role in the National Indian Education Study
Susan C. Faircloth, professor and director of the School of Education at Colorado State University, joined the NIES Technical Review Panel in 2005 and was appointed its chair in 2016.
Giving
Danielle Soliz’s memory lives on through her Human Development and Family Studies scholarship
Danielle's family and friends wanted to carry on her legacy and celebrate the amazing person that she was by creating a memorial scholarship in her name. With that, the Danielle Soliz scholarship was launched in December of 2016.
CSU sees spike in student/employee aid gifts during 3rd-highest fundraising year
Even as the pandemic was taking a severe financial toll on people around the world, Colorado State University had one of its strongest years ever for fundraising — and donors were especially interested in contributing to programs for people in need, such as Ram Aid and Rams Against Hunger.
Retiring Department Head Mike Pagliassotti leaves a legacy of excellence
Food Science and Human Nutrition Department Head Mike Pagliassotti is retiring after 18 years at CSU.
Eric T. Dimmick memorial scholarships commemorate a life, help students achieve their dreams
Two scholarships at CSU in memory of Eric Dimmick are helping students in need to reach their dream of earning a degree.
Construction Management professor Ozbek named Joseph Phelps Endowed Chair
Mehmet Egemen Ozbek, professor in the Colorado State University Department of Construction Management, was named the Joseph Phelps Endowed Chair for a three-year appointment.
Award-winning occupational therapy alumna gives back to CSU
Teresa Boynton, Occupational Therapy alumna, donor, and Alumni Association member, has been a strong advocate for safety in patient care throughout her career. Boynton was recently recognized with a prestigious award for her development of an assessment tool for care providers to improve safety while assisting patients.
Health Tips
Exercise and Vitamin D
Exercise and vitamin D have both been identified separately as reducing risk for heart disease, and new research is looking at what they can do when utilized together.
Decoding sugar on the nutrition fact label
Are all sugars created equally? How much is too much? The Kendall Reagan Nutrition Center has the answers and is here to help you break down sugar and its impact on your health.
KRNC recipe of the month – Homemade peanut butter cups
This healthy take on classic peanut butter cup candies is a fall go-to for your sweet tooth!
Kendall Reagan Nutrition Center presents fall date night cooking class
On Friday, October 8, grab a friend, loved one, or colleague and create some fresh fall favorites with the Kendall Reagan Nutrition Center. Register for the KRNC fall date night cooking class today.
Foot health - Practice before pain
Keeping our feet healthy and part of our exercise routine is a great way to prevent injuries and keep active. Think of all you put your feet through on a daily basis.
Peachy Keen! Tips for Preserving, Preparing and Enjoying Peaches
As peaches are now at the forefront of many farmers’ markets and grocery store produce sections, we’re celebrating our favorite Colorado peaches by sharing peach nutrition information, preservation tips, and preparation ideas.
KRNC recipe of the month - Curry in a Hurry
This versatile curry dish can be served with rice or noodles. Consider swapping out the chickpeas with another vegetarian protein like crispy tofu or tempeh.
Exercise, good for you and your pet!
Consider working out with your pet, to make sure you both get to live a long, healthy life.