Why Choose UW–Madison Department of Food Science?
The UW—Madison Department of Food Science has been part of the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences for more than 100 years, instructing generations of food science and industry leaders. With a job placement rate of nearly 100%, our distinguished faculty provide students with an exciting and challenging curriculum that equips graduates with the skills to succeed in today’s global economy. UW Food Scientists impact society by developing sustainable practices and helping people access wholesome food.
Getting Involved
There are a variety of clubs and extracurriculars within the Department, each one offering unique experiences and opportunities for professional and personal growth:
- Dairy Product Judging Team
- Food Science Club
- Phi Tau Sigma
We Prepare Graduates
The Food Industry is a fast-paced, competitive, and growing sector of the global economy. The Department of Food Science prepares graduates to contribute to a variety of areas in this exciting professional field. With nearly 100% job placement, our graduates are equipped to compete and succeed in a modern global economy.
Keep Up With Food Science
Spring 2023 Department of Food Science Newsletter
Spring 2023 Department of Food Science Newsletter News for Alumni and Friends of the Department of Food Science Dear Food Science Alumni, Family and Friends, “This is not going to…
College Bowl Regional Win
Next stop Nationals! College Bowl is an exciting fast-paced Jeopardy-style game that tests teams about food science principles, food safety regulations, sensory analysis, nutrition, and other related topics. UW’s team competed…
New Summer Course
Food Science 140 The Chocolate Experience: Science, Society, and Sustainability This online class will take you through these topics and more! Learning the process of chocolate-making from bean to bar.…
The U.S. Army Development Command Soldier Center has a job opening for a Food Technologist! Check out the link below for more information!
https://devcom.recsolu.com/external/requisitions/VfzyUpj_vrKHW7SJykvknw
The U.S. Army Development Command Soldier Center has a job opening for a Food Technologist! Check out the link below for more information!
https://devcom.recsolu.com/external/requisitions/VfzyUpj_vrKHW7SJykvknw
UW-Madison has a job opening for a Dairy Plant Supervisor! Check out the link below for more information! https://jobs.wisc.edu/jobs/dairy-plant-supervisor-madison-wisconsin-united-states
UW-Madison has a job opening for a Dairy Plant Supervisor! Check out the link below for more information! https://jobs.wisc.edu/jobs/dairy-plant-supervisor-madison-wisconsin-united-states
Congratulations to this year’s attendees of our Candy School course! Check out the link below for more information!🍭🍬
https://foodsci.wisc.edu/outreach-programs/food-science-candy-school/
Congratulations to this year’s attendees of our Candy School course! Check out the link below for more information!🍭🍬
https://foodsci.wisc.edu/outreach-programs/food-science-candy-school/
Congratulations to Claire Sipple for receiving the 2023 D.B. Hyslop Academic Award! The award recognizes intellectual curiosity and scholarly excellence among students pursuing a degree in Food Science, and it was presented by Dr. Rich Hartel. Congrats!
Congratulations to Claire Sipple for receiving the 2023 D.B. Hyslop Academic Award! The award recognizes intellectual curiosity and scholarly excellence among students pursuing a degree in Food Science, and it was presented by Dr. Rich Hartel. Congrats!
Congratulations to this spring’s Food Science graduates! 🥳 The Department of Food Science celebrated them with our Spring Graduation Open House on May 13. We wish them the best going forward!
Congratulations to this spring’s Food Science graduates! 🥳 The Department of Food Science celebrated them with our Spring Graduation Open House on May 13. We wish them the best going forward!
Good luck with your final exams this week, Badgers! Finish strong! 💪☀️
Our Spring 2023 Newsletter for the Department of Food Science is here! Check it out using the link below!
https://cdn.dirigible.studio/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/05/02153253/Spring_2023_Newsletter_FINAL.pdf
Our Spring 2023 Newsletter for the Department of Food Science is here! Check it out using the link below!
https://cdn.dirigible.studio/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2023/05/02153253/Spring_2023_Newsletter_FINAL.pdf
The 2023 CALS Awards ceremony is taking place tomorrow, May 2nd, in which J.P. van Pijkeren from Food Science will be receiving the Pound Research Award! Check out the list of recipients and find more information about the event at the link below!
https://ecals.cals.wisc.edu/2023/03/27/cals-award-recipients-announced-celebrate-them-on-may-2/
The 2023 CALS Awards ceremony is taking place tomorrow, May 2nd, in which J.P. van Pijkeren from Food Science will be receiving the Pound Research Award! Check out the list of recipients and find more information about the event at the link below!
https://ecals.cals.wisc.edu/2023/03/27/cals-award-recipients-announced-celebrate-them-on-may-2/
Congratulations to UW Food Science Professor Richard Hartel for earning the Van Hise Outreach Teaching Award for his great contributions to the department!
Dr. Hartel is a leading confectionary scientist, who teaches both UW courses and outreach education on the subject. One of these outreach programs is the "candy school," a highly respected two-week industry course that he coordinates. Congrats!
Congratulations to UW Food Science Professor Richard Hartel for earning the Van Hise Outreach Teaching Award for his great contributions to the department!
Dr. Hartel is a leading confectionary scientist, who teaches both UW courses and outreach education on the subject. One of these outreach programs is the "candy school," a highly respected two-week industry course that he coordinates. Congrats!