Food Science
Imagine a world. . .
Where all of the earth’s raw agricultural products are utilized for nourishing every human being. Imagine turning those raw agricultural products into safe, shelf-stable, great tasting foods and beverages that every human being can afford and access. Imagine you helping to create this world.
Join Purdue Food Science!
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Department of Food Science
foodsci@purdue.edu
745 Agriculture Mall Drive
West Lafayette, IN 47907
765-494-8256
A Vision of a More Food-Secure World
A Vision of a More Food-Secure World
Growing up, Doriane Sossou saw how food insecurity affected those around her. Now she dreams of a more food-secure future. Whether in the lab or in her classes, Sossou is driven by a deep passion for helping others to lead better, healthier lives.
Read how Doriane discovered her passion for food science
Purdue Food Science has a network of industry partners to connect students with hands-on experiences, internships, and full-time positions.
100% of Purdue Food Science students land a job or graduate school placement within 6 months of graduation.
Students within the Food Science Department can major in either Food Science or Fermentation Science.
Purdue Food Science has a network of industry partners to connect students with hands-on experiences, internships, and full-time positions.
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