Food Systems, Nutrition, and Health
Food Systems Major
July 1, 2021
Dietary Supplement Perception and Usage Pattern Among Chinese Elder Population
This project explores the factors that influence Chinese older adults’ buying and using patterns of dietary supplements, so that the results may shed light on future regulations as well as policy enhancement and protections for vulnerable groups. This research will also provide a reference for dietary supplement companies to improve product development and meet specific…
A How-To Guide: The Nutrition Education Internship
Published accessible and sustainable recipes, and nutrition facts on The UW Farm’s newsletter, “The Weekly Dirt.” Created a guide for future interns that discussed the pillars of sustainability, the meaning of accessibility, and how to incorporate these values into newsletter content.
May 17, 2021
Esther Nguyen
Esther Nguyen graduated from the University of Washington in 2020 with a major in Food Systems, Nutrition, and Health Major, and now works as a research assistant with the University of Washington School of Public Health in the Center for Public Health Nutrition. She is now preparing for graduate school while working as a research…
February 24, 2021
Elizabeth (Lizzie) Zimmerman
Why did you choose UW? I moved to Seattle at age 19 when I fell in love with living in the Pacific Northwest. After relocating to Seattle, I realized I wanted to go back to school for my bachelor’s degree around age 21. Going to the University of Washington was a goal, but I wasn’t…
September 9, 2020
Natural Disaster Subsidy for Farmers in Taiwan
Assessment of existing Taiwanese Council of Agriculture protocols that support farmer subsidies following natural disasters and research into strategies to improve the quality of that support and overall agricultural work environment to attract younger people into farming.
September 4, 2020
Washington State Farmer Resource Map
In partnership with Washington Farmland Trust (formerly PCC Farmland Trust) and Farm to Farmer, creation and distribution of a survey to inventory and map available resources needed by farmers and landholders to keep farmland in production, protect natural resources, and reconnect local communities across the state of Washington.
Protecting Native Pollinators
In partnership with Viva Farms, production of educational outreach materials for farmers and consumers that increase awareness about services provided by native pollinators, research into successful native pollinator projects and certification/labeling, and apps or games that promote good practices.
Immigrant Senior Meal Site Resource Guide to Local Foods
In partnership with Tilth Alliance, creation of resources for immigrant seniors to find affordable, locally grown foods in their neighborhoods.
Growing Rooftop Roots Across the Community
In partnership with the University District Food Bank, creation of a compelling case for developers to incorporate rooftop agriculture to extend access to local produce.
Food Web or Food Trap
In partnership with City of Seattle Farm to Table Program and Nourishian for Life, production of an infographic and a one-pager examining the effect of industrial and local food systems on the environment and food workers, and the benefits of the Farm to Table program, to be used as educational tools for childcare staff at…
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