Student Hosts at FNCE®
Be more than a FNCE® attendee. Be a Student Host!
Want to level up your conference experience and get a discount on registration? Apply to be a Student Host at this year's Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo®!
You'll get a behind-the-scenes look at how it all comes together, build your network, and help keep things running smoothly, whether that's greeting guests, supporting session, or jumping in where needed. In return for your help, selected Student Hosts can register for the full conference for only $50!
Here's what to know:
- Student Hosts must apply and be selected. Applications are open to active student members June 10 through August 15.
- A commitment of two 2-hour shifts during the conference is required (at least 4 hours total).
Frequently Asked Questions
All student category members of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics for the June 1, 2025 – May 31, 2026, membership year are eligible for a student host role at FNCE®.
Yes. Only active student members who are signed into the eatright portal will be able to access the application link. If you need to reactivate your student membership, please visit the Academy's membership section.
Yes. All student host roles require in-person participation at FNCE® in Nashville, Tenn.
Special instructions on how to register at the discounted rate will provided to all student hosts when their application is accepted. Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis until August 15, 2025.
Yes! If selected, the difference in the student registration fee will be refunded within 4-6 weeks.
If you weren't selected this year, you could still register with Early Bird pricing until August 26 for the best price.
All student hosts must participate for at least four hours, with a maximum of six hours, while at FNCE®. All final assignments will be made based on the availability provided in the student host application.
Assignments vary by date and time during FNCE®. Typical assignments include, but are not limited to, assistance at the registration area, workshop/symposium check-in, room monitoring, speaker ready room support, the Foundation area set up, badge scanning, packing/unpacking/set up help in the Academy Avenue, and Lactation Lounge check-in.
Yes! You will be provided a link to sign up for 4-6 hours of assignments during FNCE® in an email on August 18. Sign-ups will be open until September 15, 2025. Shifts start as early as 7:30 a.m. or as late as 4 p.m. with options in between. All assignments are first-come, first-served, so be sure to sign up early for the most flexible options!
Yes. Training will be provided to all student hosts before arriving in Nashville, Tenn.
Yes. All eligible member students are encouraged to apply. Please be realistic about your anticipated availability if your schedule still needs to be determined.
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