Ava White GFSH Study Abroad 2025
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EmailAva White, an FSHN Dietetics student, shares her study abroad experience in Spain and Italy and how receiving an FSHN study abroad scholarship has enhanced her experience within her major.
Name: Ava White
Major: Dietetics
How did the FSHN study abroad scholarship funds you received helped enhance your experience within your major?
The study abroad scholarship allowed me to explore the Mediterranean Eating Pattern in Sicily and Spain, directly enhancing my education as a Dietetics major. I visited olive farms to learn about extra virgin olive oil production, participated in cooking classes featuring traditional dishes, and toured farms practicing sustainable, farm-to-table agriculture. These hands-on experiences deepened my understanding of how culture, food systems, and nutrition intertwine. The opportunity to study this dietary pattern in its cultural context helped me apply classroom knowledge to real-world settings. I’m incredibly grateful for the support that made this experience possible.
