Department of Human Sciences

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The Department of Human Sciences is advancing human experiences through several multidisciplinary programs designed so you can shape social behaviors and improve health, wellness and consumer experiences for individuals and communities.

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Degrees and Programs

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Outreach Initiatives

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Tonya Orchard and Anna Maria Bittoni wearing masks sitting at a desk and looking at a laptop computer

Foods to lessen No. 1 cancer treatment side effect: fatigue

Nutrition researchers test new dietary approach to improve quality of life for cancer survivors
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Convinience store shelves full of snack foods

Nearby food stores affect results after weight-loss surgery

Study in Ohio finds limited-selection food stores may not help
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Dean’s ‘Big Idea II’ Research Grants awarded to four faculty

Interdisciplinary projects address challenging societal problems
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Department and Program Chairs

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Department Diversity Statement

We acknowledge that power differentials in our society, our university, and our department shape experiences and opportunities differently for people with diverse social identities.

Our goal is to create a community that is inclusive of diverse social identities, perspectives, and experiences, where all members of the DHS community are empowered to conduct impactful and fulfilling work promoting equity and justice in the human experience.

We commit to creating an inclusive, safe, and just space by actively addressing racial and social injustice internally and externally, developing cultural humility, and remaining continuously accountable to our values and mission

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Faculty and Staff Fitness Program

An exclusive exercise facility and program available to all OSU employees and their spouses or domestic partners

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