I was surviving on instant noodles and missing my mom's cooking terribly. The program helped me recreate familiar flavors while learning to love new ones. Now I actually cook for my American roommates!
Nutrition Planning for International Students
Balancing your health while adapting to a new culture doesn't have to be overwhelming. We help international students create sustainable nutrition plans that honor your heritage while embracing your new environment.
Bridging Cultures Through Nutrition
Starting university in a new country brings excitement and challenges. Food becomes more than nutrition—it's comfort, identity, and connection to home. Yet adapting to local ingredients while maintaining your health goals can feel impossible.
Our approach recognizes that your cultural food preferences aren't obstacles to overcome, but strengths to build upon. We work with students to create balanced meal plans that incorporate familiar flavors alongside new discoveries.
Cultural Food Integration
Learn to recreate traditional dishes with locally available ingredients while maintaining nutritional balance.
Budget-Conscious Planning
Develop meal strategies that fit student budgets without compromising on health or cultural preferences.
Social Eating Navigation
Build confidence in campus dining halls, restaurants, and social gatherings while staying true to your goals.
Your International Nutrition Team
Our nutritionists understand the unique challenges international students face because many of us have walked this path ourselves.
Dr. Emilia Kowalski
International Student Specialist
Originally from Poland, Emilia completed her graduate studies in the US. She specializes in helping Eastern European students adapt their traditional diets to American campus life.
Priya Nakamura
Cross-Cultural Nutrition Expert
With Japanese and Indian heritage, Priya understands complex cultural food relationships. She guides students through maintaining cultural connections while exploring new cuisines.
Dr. Astrid Lindqvist
Student Wellness Coordinator
Astrid moved from Sweden for her PhD and stayed to help other international students. She focuses on stress eating, homesickness, and building healthy campus routines.
Personalized Cultural Assessment
We start by understanding your food background, dietary restrictions, and comfort levels with new cuisines to create truly personalized plans.
Local Market Navigation
Learn where to find ingredients that matter to you, from international markets to campus store alternatives that work in your favorite recipes.
Homesickness & Food Connection
Address the emotional aspects of eating away from home and develop healthy coping strategies that honor your feelings.
Academic Performance Support
Maintain energy and focus during intense study periods with nutrition strategies designed for academic success.
International Student Nutrition Workshop Series
Join our comprehensive workshop series designed specifically for international students. Starting in September 2025, we'll meet monthly to address seasonal challenges, cultural celebrations, and academic stress periods.
Each session combines group learning with individual planning time. You'll leave with practical tools, new friendships, and confidence in your food choices.
1
Cultural Food Mapping
Identify your nutritional needs while honoring your cultural preferences and exploring local options.
2
Campus & Community Resources
Tour local markets, understand dining hall options, and discover budget-friendly shopping strategies.
3
Meal Planning & Prep
Develop sustainable meal planning systems that fit your class schedule and kitchen access.
4
Social & Stress Eating
Navigate social eating situations and develop healthy relationships with food during stressful periods.
