As part of the College of Medicine, the Nutrition and Exercise Physiology (NEP) program builds on well-established evidence that proper nutrition and physical activity are essential to preventing chronic disease and improving overall health outcomes. Faculty and staff across the College of Medicine are choosing to participate in this shared mission by supporting NEP students and the research that strengthens their training.
Washington ranks 44th in the U.S. for dietitian and nutritionist employment and 38th for exercise physiologist employment, reflecting an urgent need for more providers. *
Nationally, demand continues to grow. By 2034, the U.S. is projected to add 5,000 dietitian and nutritionist jobs and 23,900 exercise physiologist jobs, with both fields growing at two to three times the national rate for all occupations. *
Your support for student scholarships and research ensures that talented, compassionate students can pursue their calling without financial barriers and meet the growing health needs of our communities. With your support, we can strengthen professional development opportunities and advance student and faculty research initiatives.
“You don’t have to give a lot, but if a bunch of people give a little, it becomes a lot.” – Julie Eastlund, WSU Health
Together, we can build the next decade of impact in Nutrition and Exercise Physiology. Learn more about the impact of your investment at the College of Medicine.
*U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2025
