2026 Student Networking Event: Exploring Careers in Public Health Nutrition
This virtual panel discussion offered an opportunity to learn, reflect, and then engage one-on-one with professionals working across diverse public health nutrition careers. Designed to help students and early-career professionals explore the many career pathways within public health nutrition, the session featured experienced public health nutrition professionals representing a range of settings including Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC), Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), corrections, healthy aging, and consulting. The panel shared what their roles look like day-to-day, how their programs are funded, and what skills are key for success in the field.