The focus of Family and Consumer Sciences is to enhance the skills and knowledge that will promote the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. Our programs and profession focus on individuals and families in order to achieve an optimum balance between people and their environments. The mission of Family and Consumer Sciences is to empower individuals and families to function interdependently in a global society.

Special Features

• Faculty in Family and Consumer Sciences come from diverse educational backgrounds and expertise. Faculty members promote and integrate a holistic approach to understanding individuals and families while preparing students for professional careers or graduate study.
• The Department is equipped with state of the art laboratories for textiles, food, and teacher credentialing preparation courses.
• The Didactic Program in Dietetics (DPD) and the Nutrition and Dietetics Internship (NDI) programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND); the Family Studies program is approved by the National Council on Family Relations; and the Pre-Credential Single Subject Matter program is approved by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
• Through its internship program, the Department provides an opportunity for students to work under the supervision of a professional in business, education, government, or public service settings. Internships (FACS 195C) are planned in advance with an advisor.
• The Department sponsors three student organizations for students to participate in several professional organizations related to their major concentrations.