Nutrition Services

Student Services Building, 2.302

8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Monday - Friday

Call 512-475-8010 to schedule an appointment

Meet Your Care Team

Nutrition Services

Nutrition Services supports your overall well-being and academic success through evidenced-based and patient-centered nutrition education and counseling in individual and group settings. Our registered dietitians specialize in the prevention and management of nutrition-related diseases, mental health promotion and creating personalized eating plans that meet your needs. By highlighting nutritional adequacy, food-related behaviors/skills, weight neutrality and body attunement, we aim to support you in developing a lifelong healthy relationship with food, your body and movement.

Our Dietitians Provide

  • Free nutrition education and skills workshops led by a registered dietitian and hosted throughout the year.
  • Short-term individual nutrition assessments and counseling with a registered dietitian and support building your aftercare plan.

Nutrition Education and Skills Workshop Series

Nutrition Education and Skills Workshops provide education but are primarily focused on action. With support from your community and a Healthyhorns RD, these workshops involve active participation through discussions on evidenced-based nutrition information and hands-on practice of nutrition-related skills like meal planning, grocery budgeting and even somatic or movement-based interventions such as yoga asana, breathwork and meditation that support healthy digestion. Dress in comfortable clothing that allows for movement and bring your yoga mat to Rest & Digest if you have one. Mats will be available for participant use.

Join a Healthyhorns Dietitian to plan your meals and snacks for the busy week ahead. Learn techniques to improve your meal planning skills, feel empowered in your food decisions, and brainstorm recipe ideas to keep your food experience fun and satisfying. Please register here to receive communications about this workshop.

  • Thursdays - Aug. 29, Sept. 5, Sept. 19, Oct. 3, Oct. 17, Oct. 31, Nov. 14
  • 4-5:30 p.m.
  • SSB G1.106
  • Jen
  • Mondays - Sept. 9, Oct. 7, Nov. 4, Dec. 2
  • 3:30-4:30 p.m
  • 3.406
  • Marissa

Join a Healthyhorns Registered Dietitian and a Counseling and Mental Health Center therapist and certified yoga teacher to learn about the impact of stress on your physical and mental well-being with a special emphasis on embodiment and creating the conditions needed for healthy digestive function. This workshop is an inclusive space devoted to honoring the hard work our minds and bodies do for us and creating intentional time for rest and connection. You can expect to connect with other students, learn about what our bodies need to promote health and well-being from the perspectives of a therapist and a dietitian, and to engage in somatic practices including yoga asana, meditation, and breathwork. No prior yoga experience is needed.

  • Thursday, Sept. 5-Nov. 21
  • 2-3:30 p.m.
  • SSB, CMHC 5th Floor Main Conference Room
  • Jen Barnoud, MS, RDN, LD, CEDS & Paula Ramirez, LMSW, CYT

Nutrition Education Workshops

Nutrition Education Workshops provide nutrition education in a lecture format on special topics relevant to the student population with opportunities for questions and answers.

Join us for a crash course on the nutrition essentials you need to support your personal well-being and professional success as a Healthyhorn. We will cover the fundamentals of nutrition, managing your personal menu, the intersection of stress and nutrition, mindful and intuitive eating, and helpful meal planning and decision-making tools.

  • Aug. 22 and Oct. 10
  • 4-5:30 p.m.
  • SSB G1.106
  • Jen

Learn how to create a lifelong alliance with your body instead of a constant disagreement over what, when, and how much to eat. We will discuss common counterproductive thought processes that interfere with healthy eating and how to utilize your body’s innate wisdom to guide your eating so you can feel your best both physically and mentally.

  • Sept. 12
  • 4-5:30 p.m.
  • SSB G1.106
  • Jen

Mindful and Intuitive Eating - Holiday Edition

  • Nov. 21
  • 4-5:30 p.m.
  • SSB G1.106
  • Jen

Learn how PCOS affects the body with an emphasis on complementary nutritional management of PCOS. Participants will learn evidenced-based nutrition information addressing specific concerns for menstruating people with PCOS.

  • Sept. 26
  • 4-5:30 p.m.
  • SSB G1.106
  • Erika

This workshop will explore the unique nutrition needs and challenges of neurodiverse individuals (ADHD, ASD, OCD, etc.) and provide you with practical steps and guidance to boost your confidence and improve your health.

  • Oct. 24
  • 4-5:30 p.m.
  • SSB G1.106
  • Erika

Uncover the evidence-based strategies for promoting insulin sensitivity and protecting your heart through healthy nutrition, dietary interventions to treat conditions such as high cholesterol or high blood pressure, and lifestyle behaviors that can reduce your risk of disease or complications over time.

  • Nov. 7
  • 4-5:30 p.m.
  • SSB G1.106
  • Jen

Individual Nutrition Assessment and Counseling

Our dietitians work closely with the UHS medical and CMHC counseling staff to ensure quality of care. Please note that dietitians cannot provide medical or mental health diagnoses, lab orders, or specialty referrals. We encourage meeting with your primary care provider to address these needs.

Common reasons students work with a dietitian

  • Medical diagnosis with significant nutrition implications including diabetes, hypoglycemia, polycystic ovarian syndrome, high or low blood pressure, fatty liver and/or high cholesterol.
  • Digestive problems including food intolerances, food allergies, celiac disease, irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease.
  • Mental health and eating concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, eating disorders and persistent body image distress.
  • Recent changes in appetite, energy needs, weight, food tolerance or digestive function.
  • Difficulty navigating the nutrition science landscape and/or managing one’s nutrition-related self-care.
  • Desire to explore an interest in and the nutritional implications of specific dietary patterns (plant-based, vegetarian or vegan, etc.).

During Your First Session

  • You will meet your dietitian in person to complete your initial nutrition assessment, discuss your treatment plan recommendations, and receive help setting your personalized nutrition-related goals. Follow ups may be held virtually or in-person depending on preference and availability.
  • To ensure our entire Longhorn student body has access to our services during their time at UT, we provide short-term individualized support to students. If at any point you need more or ongoing support to achieve your goals, we will assist with connecting you to a dietitian off campus or to a higher level of care. Please note that Nutrition Workshops are open to all enrolled UT students and may be attended as often as desired.

Appointment Scheduling Process

  • Schedule your appointment by calling 512-475-8010 (Monday-Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.).
  • Allow one hour and 15 minutes for your initial appointment.
  • After you have scheduled your initial appointment, log into the MyUHS/CMHC portal at least 24 hours before your visit to fill out a related questionnaire.
  • Follow-up appointments will be scheduled at the end of your appointment by your registered dietitian. Please allow up to 25 minutes for brief follow-up and up to 45-60 minutes for follow-up appointments.
  • If it has been more than 8 weeks since your last appointment, you will be scheduled for an extended follow-up (45-60 minutes).

Communicating with Your Dietitian

For scheduling or rescheduling issues, you may call the main UHS appointment line at 512-471-4955 or reach out to your dietitian through a secure message in the MyUHS/CMHC portal. Questions about meal plans, food journal entries and nutrition guidance will be addressed during follow-up sessions.

Charges and Insurance for Nutrition Assessments and Counseling

To help keep the cost of nutrition services office visits low, the Student Administrative Health Fee will cover 50% of the student’s financial responsibility, if any, for this charge. The patient’s responsibility depends on whether they are insured, whether UHS accepts their insurance, and how much their insurance covers for nutrition services. Go to billing and insurance for more information.

Meet the Dietitians

Jennifer Barnoud, MS, RDN, LD, CEDS

Jennifer Barnoud is a master's level dietitian and Certified Eating Disorder Specialist with nearly ten years of experience working with college students. Her undergraduate education at Middle Tennessee State University, where she studied psychology, nutrition and food science and recreation and leisure studies, laid the foundation for her nuanced and holistic approach to nutrition counseling and education. In her free time, she enjoys moments of connection with the natural world, moving her body through yoga or rock climbing and spending quality time with her family and pets.

Marissa Buckley, MS, RD, LD

Marissa Buckley is a master's level dietitian originally from Northern California. She focuses on nourishing the body, while allowing you to continue to enjoy the foods you love. Marissa will work to create a personalized nutrition plan that aligns with your lifestyle, preferences and nutrition goals to create long-term sustainable lifestyle changes. When Marissa is not in the office, you can often find her outdoors with her dog Pancakes.

Erika Garcia-Villatoro, PhD, RDN, LD

Erika Garcia-Villatoro is a dedicated and caring clinical dietitian with a strong background in applied nutrition research, teaching, advocacy for diversifying dietetics and community outreach programs. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in clinical nutrition from the Autonomous University of Yucatan, Mexico, where she practiced as a clinical dietitian before obtaining her doctoral degree in nutrition and Registered Dietitian credentials at Texas A&M University in 2021. In her role as a dietitian at UHS, Erika aims to provide weight-neutral medical nutrition therapy that promotes physical and mental health through the principles of health at every size, intuitive eating and a culturally inclusive approach to wellness. In her free time, she enjoys reading, painting, searching for the best barbacoa tacos in town and exploring parks with her partner and her dog Willow.

Workshops Calendar


October 2024

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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30
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Rest and Digest Yoga Workshop
2-3:30 p.m.
SSB, CMHC Conference Room
Meal Planning Drop-In Workshop
4-5:30 p.m.
SSB G1.106
4
5
6
7
Meal Planning Drop-In Workshop
3:30-4:30 p.m.
SSB 3.406
8
9
10
Rest and Digest Yoga Workshop
2-3:30 p.m.
SSB, CMHC Conference Room
College Nutrition Essentials
4-5:30 p.m.
SSB G1.106
11
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14
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17
Rest and Digest Yoga Workshop
2-3:30 p.m.
SSB, CMHC Conference Room
Meal Planning Drop-In Workshop
4-5:30 p.m.
SSB G1.106
18
19
20
21
22
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24
Rest and Digest Yoga Workshop
2-3:30 p.m.
SSB, CMHC Conference Room
Neurodivergence & Nutrition
4-5:30 p.m.
SSB G1.106
25
26
27
28
29
30
31
Rest and Digest Yoga Workshop
2-3:30 p.m.
SSB, CMHC Conference Room
Meal Planning Drop-In Workshop
4-5:30 p.m.
SSB G1.106
1
2

November 2024

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
27
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30
31
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4
Meal Planning Drop-In Workshop
3:30-4:30 p.m.
SSB 3.406
5
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7
Rest and Digest Yoga Workshop
2-3:30 p.m.
SSB, CMHC Conference Room
Heart Health & Pre-Diabetes
4-5:30 p.m.
SSB G1.106
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
Rest and Digest Yoga Workshop
2-3:30 p.m.
SSB, CMHC Conference Room
Meal Planning Drop-In Workshop
4-5:30 p.m.
SSB G1.106
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
Rest and Digest Yoga Workshop
2-3:30 p.m.
SSB, CMHC Conference Room
Mindful & Intuitive Eating - Holiday Edition
4-5:30 p.m.
SSB G1.106
22
23
24
25
26
27
28
29
30

December 2024

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
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Meal Planning Drop-In Workshop
3:30-4:30 p.m.
SSB 3.406
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