Food Systems, Nutrition, and Health

Food Systems Major


February 24, 2021

Elizabeth (Lizzie) Zimmerman

Elizabeth Lizzie Zimmerman

Why did you choose UW? I moved to Seattle at age 19 when I fell in love with living in the Pacific Northwest. After relocating to Seattle, I realized I wanted to go back to school for my bachelor’s degree around age 21. Going to the University of Washington was a goal, but I wasn’t…


March 16, 2020

Hannah Jordan

Hannah Jordan

Why did you choose UW? Both of my parents graduated from UW and because my mom went back to school when I was in middle school, I was able to see her experience here and how much she enjoyed the programs that were offered. I knew I wanted to pursue a nutrition major and UW…


February 14, 2020

Nikki Hogan

Nikki Hogan

Why did you choose UW? I wanted to explore a new city away from home, but I love the Pacific Northwest, so I knew I wanted to stay in the region. Seattle offers a lot of things to do outside of school—like concerts, farmers markets, and other events. I chose UW because the school has…


October 28, 2019

Jaehyun Kwon

Jaehyun Kwon

Why did you choose UW? I wanted to expand my social circle and have more interaction with my fellow students and UW Seattle seemed like the right place to do that. The student body is really diverse—people are from multiple cities and are of different ages. I want to build long-term relationships with people I…



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