All students enrolled in this option must pass a federal registry background check upon declaring their option. Failure to do so within one semester of enrolling will cause the student to be dropped from the program. The objectives of the textiles and merchandising option is to prepare professionals for careers in textiles, apparel, design, merchandising, and home-based small business ownership. The course work required for State of Wyoming Family and Consumer Sciences teacher certification is available. Check with the department for details.
Faculty emphasize cross-cultural and global issues.
Twenty-one credit hours are required of this minor in addition to satisfying prerequisites for the courses. A minor in food and nutrition strengthens degrees in majors such as food science, nursing, animal science, and physical education. Students who minor in food and nutrition learn how food choices can influence their health and well-being. The course work provides the foundation for making positive life-style changes. Eighteen credit hours are required of this minor in addition to satisfying prerequisites for the courses.