An important mission of the Department of Human Ecology as a component of the College of Agriculture and Related Sciences is to fulfill the land-grant functions of teaching, research and extension.

The Department of Human Ecology in partnership with DSU Cooperative Extension program conducts outreach activities aimed at disseminating research findings and beneficial information to residents of Kent County and the state. Paramount among these activities is the Youth Cooking and Nutrition Counseling workshop for high school students. The cooking workshop provides students opportunity to gather knowledge about food safety, kitchen safety, and learn how to prepare nutritious and delicious meals.

We also organize Summer Apprenticeship program to expose high school students to career opportunities in the field of Fashion Merchandising and Design. Students are trained on: Textiles testing, Visual merchandising, Textile design, Apparel design, etc.

Student Organizations

The department helps students develop professionally as well as socially through participation in student organizations. The organizations listed below enable you to get to know your fellow students better and other professionals in your field. The Fashion Merchandising club organizes several field trips to fashion centers in the United States and Fashion shows at DSU campus.

• Fashion Merchandising Club
• Student Chapter of America
• Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
• Student Dietetic Association Nutrition Club