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Recognizing Women in Science Throughout HHS

Feb. 11, 2025, is the 10th anniversary of the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. The School of Health and Human Sciences has women accomplishing incredible things every day . Here’s just a sampling of what our faculty and staff do.

Nutrition Professor is Breaking Down Breastfeeding Barriers

Nutrition Professor is Breaking Down Breastfeeding Barriers

Infancy is a very important life stage. It’s a highly developmental phase, and it’s phase of immense opportunities. At the same time, any vulnerabilities during this phase can have a lifelong impact. Dr. Jigna Dharod, Department of Nutrition professor