Eagle Nutrition Clinic and Community Outreach

At North Carolina Central University, we believe that good nutrition is the foundation for lifelong health. The Eagles Nutrition Clinic offers free personalized nutrition counseling, engaging education programs, and community outreach initiatives designed to empower individuals and families to make healthy choices. Whether you are a student, faculty member, or community resident, our team is here to support your journey toward better health — one plate at a time.

Meet the Clinic Director

Our mission is to provide accessible, evidence-based nutrition services that improve the health and well-being of the NCCU campus and surrounding communities. Through nutrition counseling, education, and community outreach initiatives, we empower individuals and families to make sustainable lifestyle changes.

Who We Are

The Eagles Nutrition Clinic is part of the Department of Nutrition Science at North Carolina Central University. We serve as both a campus and community resource, offering nutrition counseling, wellness education, and community outreach programs to promote healthier lifestyles.

Our Team

Our clinic is led by experienced faculty and who are licensed registered dietitians, and supported by nutrition and dietetics graduate students. Together, we provide individualized care while also engaging the community through workshops, cooking demonstrations, grocery store tours, school visits, and health fairs.

Our Approach

We believe that nutrition is personal, influenced by culture, and it is a primary driver of overall health and well-being. Our approach is rooted in evidence-based practice and community engagement — tailoring care to meet the unique needs of individuals while addressing the broader health of our community.

We provide a wide range of services to support nutrition and wellness goals:

• Nutrition Assessments and Counseling: One-on-one consultations with a registered dietitian or supervised nutrition intern to develop a personalized plan for your health goals.
• Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT): Specialized support for managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, weight management, gastrointestinal disorders, and more.
• Nutrition Education Workshops: Group sessions covering topics like healthy meal planning, sports nutrition, disease prevention, and mindful eating.
• Cooking Demonstrations: Learn how to prepare simple, budget-friendly, and nutritious meals in our interactive kitchen demos.
• Grocery Store Tours: Discover how to shop smart, read food labels, and plan balanced meals during guided tours.
• Community Outreach Programs: We partner with schools, churches, and local organizations to deliver nutrition education, health fair presentations, and wellness activities.

How to Schedule an Appointment

Appointments are available for NCCU students, staff, and community members.

• Location: Miller Morgan Building Room 207, 500 Nelson Street, Durham, NC 27707
• Phone: 919-530-7140
• Email: [email protected]
• Hours: Available for appointments (preferred) or walk-in patients on Tuesday mornings (8:30 a.m. to 2p.m.) or Thursday afternoons (12 to 5 p.m.). Appointments can also be made on other days and times as available. 

During your first visit, you will meet with a registered dietitian. Together, you will review your health history, dietary habits, and goals. You will leave with practical recommendations and a personalized plan. While in-person visits are strongly recommended, we do offer virtual consultations as well. Follow-up sessions are available for continued support.

We are proud to extend our services beyond the campus.

• Community Nutrition Events: Cooking demos, nutrition workshops, grocery store tours, health fairs, nutrition specialized support groups and community partnerships.
• Partnership Opportunities: We collaborate with schools, community centers, faith-based organizations and any community group

If you are interested in us providing nutrition education to your community group, please contact us at 919-530-7140 or [email protected].

North Carolina Central University Foundation Inc.'s 2022 Health Equity Program - Nutrition Outreach Project sponsored by AstraZeneca.

North Carolina Central University Foundation Inc.'s 2023 NSC Addressing Food Insecurity and Health Disparities in Underserved Communities in North Carolina: A Community Nutrition Outreach and Education Project sponsored by AstraZeneca.