Family and Consumer Sciences Major

Involved Influencers

The Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree with a concentration in hospitality or minor in Family and Consumer Sciences is designed for the student desiring a broad knowledge of the field of FACS. Students who complete the full degree are required to minor in Business.

The Family and Consumer Sciences Hospitality concentration become experts in event planning and food service. Students study nutrition, consumer economics, sociology of the family, professionalism, and more. 

A five-hour internship is required for this program. Olivet students have completed internships with a variety of local and national companies, including: Sunrise Health Foods, Chic Weddings Inc., University of Illinois Extension Service, and more.

 
 
 

Internship Opportunities

Olivet students have worked for a variety of local and national companies, including Comfort Inn, Sodexo Food Service, and Spot Light Meetings and Events, Inc. Internships are introductory-level positions, often paid and have resulted in full-time jobs.

Center for Student Success

Opportunities Abound

Family and Consumer Sciences majors can complete field experiences and practicums in area hospitals and schools; interact with industry leaders at conferences; or join Kappa Omicron Nu or the Student Unit of Family and Consumer Sciences associations;

Meet the Faculty

Anne Figus

When discussing her students, Anne Figus has no trouble bragging about their accomplishments and how Olivet has contributed to their success. She teaches courses in architectural and retail management.

Family and Consumer Sciences Faculty

By the Numbers:
60
miles from Chicago’s world-famous Merchandise Mart
25
hours of quantity foods production in a commerical kitchen
40K+
network of Olivet alumni
5009
students enrolled at Olivet
Family and Consumer Sciences with a Christian Purpose

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