A general program that focuses on family and consumer sciences, including how individuals develop and function in family, work, and community settings and how they relate to their physical, social, emotional, and intellectual environments.
Careers and Jobs:- Childcare Workers
- Community and Social Service Specialists, All Other
- Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria
- Dietetic Technicians
- Dietitians and Nutritionists
- Fabric and Apparel Patternmakers
- Farm and Home Management Advisors
Housing & Dining
Our campus community has both traditional student rooms and
suites. Standard double rooms are available in St. Joseph Hall, which houses
mostly first time and second year residents. Medaille Hall offers variety, with
single rooms, suites, triple rooms and double rooms. Southwest Hall features
apartment-style four-person suites on the third floor of the Fine Arts
building. Current residents have the opportunity to choose rooms in the spring
semester for the following fall.
Work Study
Federal work study is available for eligible students depending on
citizenship status.
Extracurricular Activities
At Fontbonne, your educational
experience extends well beyond the classroom and into our campus community.
You’ll find a wide variety of clubs, professional interest groups and other
activities geared towards your interests. From fitness and athletics to
community service to a range of arts and cultural activities, Fontbonne offers
opportunities that help you spread your wings and soar. From student government
and advisory groups to special interest clubs – you’ll make new friends while
enriching your college experience by joining one of our many student
organizations.
Sports, Recreation & Healthcare
The Dunham Student Activity Center (DSAC) stands
at approximately 38,000 square feet and seats 1,800 in its gymnasium. The DSAC
is home to the George S. Graff Fitness Center, Mabee Gymnasium and Dr. Lee
McKinney Court, Athletic Training Facilities, Anheuser-Busch Running Track,
Aerobics Studio, and the DSAC Cafe. Fontbonne has a Campus Nurse to provide
basic healthcare for students. The campus nurse provides health care, health
education and referrals to other resources which can help students deal with
illnesses and injuries, maintain and improve their overall physical and
emotional health. The personal counselors at Fontbonne University offer support
in dealing with a variety of issues and concerns. The department provides
short-term professional counseling to help students face your challenges and
succeed. Metro St. Louis is host to many world-class hospitals and clinics,
including Trauma Centers.
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