Human Sciences programs promote living well through a focus on human health and well-being. Our innovative academic programs ignite creativity to discover sustainable solutions for improving quality of life around the world. Beyond technical preparation, our graduates possess a broad worldview, a diverse understanding of the world in which they live and work, and a commitment to building a better world — one life at a time. Come see how Human Sciences can help you make an impact on the world around you.

 

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#2
apparel design program in the South
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93.8%
pass rate for the didactic program in dietetics for the registered dietitian nutritionist exam

Our Departments

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Consumer and Design Sciences
We develop scholars and industry leaders who apply a worldview to improve the quality of life and human experience for individuals, families, and communities.

Consumer and Design Sciences

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Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management
We are dedicated to cultivating the next generation of leaders in the global hospitality and tourism industries.

Hospitality Management

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Human Development and Family Science
We explore the social complexities of human life from beginning to end to improve quality of life worldwide.

Human Development and Family Science

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Nutritional Sciences
We conduct nutrition research, education, and Extension programs to advance human health and well-being in the state of Alabama and throughout the world.

Nutritional Sciences

Our Stories

Students in a Grantmaking for Philanthropists class award a check to DVIC.
Impact
Students put philanthropy into practice with $2,500 grant to DVIC

Through a College of Human Sciences experiential learning experience, students in the CADS 5790 Grantmaking for Philanthropists class this spring were able to award the Domestic Violence Intervention Center (DVIC) nonprofit a check for $2,500, that the organization will use to address vital transportation needs in the future.

The Auburn University College of Human Sciences is expanding its reach with a new digital Alumni and Friends magazine. Previously produced only in print each year, the magazine is now available digitally to all readers. Check out the first edition, fresh off the press.
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Human Sciences launches new digital Alumni and Friends magazine

The Auburn University College of Human Sciences is expanding its reach with a new digital Alumni and Friends magazine. Previously produced only in print each year, the magazine is now available digitally to all readers. Check out the first edition, fresh off the press.

Stacy Brown, a 1999 Auburn alumna, founder of Chicken Salad Chick and co-owner of Botanic, was awarded the 2026 Horst Schulze Award for Excellence in Hospitality.
Academics
Hospitality Gala honors Stacy Brown, Hospitality Management students

An upscale evening was brought to life and made possible by 33 students in the Horst Schulze School of Hospitality Management at the 2026 Hospitality Gala held the evening of Thursday, April 23 at The Hotel at Auburn University and Dixon Conference Center. Honoring an icon in the field of hospitality, the evening was centered around Stacy Brown, a 1999 Auburn alumna, founder of Chicken Salad Chick and co-owner of Botanic, who was awarded the 2026 Horst Schulze Award for Excellence in Hospitality.

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