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Virginia Tech Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise Virginia Tech's Department of Human Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise: advancing health through discovery and learning.

HNFE’s unique fusion of nutrition and exercise sciences positions us as a leader in education, prevention, research, and translational studies. We’re examining the psychosocial aspects of health, behavioral interventions, human performance, and youth and adult weight management with a focus on chronic disease and prevention.

Sláinte, Ireland! Students headed out from Dublin today to start the rest of their summer after an amazing 10 days getti...
05/27/2026

Sláinte, Ireland! Students headed out from Dublin today to start the rest of their summer after an amazing 10 days getting immersed in history, culture, exercise and health sciences, and, most importantly, some good Irish craic!

Wishing the best to our students and the rest of their summer!

Last day of activities in Ireland! Students traveled to University College Dublin to listen to lectures from nutrition a...
05/26/2026

Last day of activities in Ireland! Students traveled to University College Dublin to listen to lectures from nutrition and strength and power experts before getting in the gym for some hands-on strength testing of their own!

Today in Ireland: Sheep dog demonstrations and the Cliffs of Moher! Our students took a little trip to the west side of ...
05/25/2026

Today in Ireland: Sheep dog demonstrations and the Cliffs of Moher! Our students took a little trip to the west side of the country today and got to see some sheep dogs herding sheep, then take in the sights at the Cliffs of Moher!
Only one more day of study abroad for this group!

Today’s HNFE in Ireland update: A hurling match and more sightseeing! Our students were out and about seeing the sights ...
05/24/2026

Today’s HNFE in Ireland update: A hurling match and more sightseeing! Our students were out and about seeing the sights and culture of Ireland. Tomorrow, they head to the Cliffs of Moher, with a few fun stops along the way!

Today’s Ireland update is from the students’ free day! They took the opportunity today to get out and explore all around...
05/23/2026

Today’s Ireland update is from the students’ free day! They took the opportunity today to get out and explore all around the country, from Belfast, to Giant’s Causeway, Galway, Kilkenny, and more!

Check out these photos submitted by the students!

Off into the countryside! Today the HNFE students embarked on a fascinating bus tour across the countryside surrounding ...
05/22/2026

Off into the countryside! Today the HNFE students embarked on a fascinating bus tour across the countryside surrounding Dublin. Starting early, the students enjoyed soending time at the beautiful wicklow waterfalls, before visiting the historic Glendaloch monastery, learning about the signifigance of its religious history in the country. The students finished out the night enjoying irish dancing and even participated! (We see you David).
Tomorrow the students will explore the country on their own visiting numerous cities, towns, and landmarks. Stay tuned for tomorrow!

Today, students in Ireland took a trip to Sport Physio Ireland to learn more about practice and methods in Ireland. With...
05/21/2026

Today, students in Ireland took a trip to Sport Physio Ireland to learn more about practice and methods in Ireland. With a free afternoon, students explored Howth cliffs and the Guinness Storehouse where students “slayed the house boots down” throughout Dublin. Tomorrow, students will be venturing to the Wicklow mountains for more potential “slays” so check back in then!

Today's Ireland adventures took our students around historic sites in Dublin, where they heard from tour guides about th...
05/20/2026

Today's Ireland adventures took our students around historic sites in Dublin, where they heard from tour guides about the Irish fight for independence and saw significant historical landmarks throughout the city. Then, they got to attend several lectures from athletic staff at the Leinster Rugby team facilities!

HNFE students are starting to get settled in Ireland!Today, students spent time in lectures at Dublin City University, s...
05/19/2026

HNFE students are starting to get settled in Ireland!

Today, students spent time in lectures at Dublin City University, sitting in on lectures from exercise and health science faculty, then went on a literary tour of Dublin City Centre.

Tomorrow, they're heading into the city for a historical walking tour of Dublin before they visit Leinster Rugby Club!

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