# 47: Neva Cochran MS, RDN, LD, FAND - COMMUNICATIONS / PHILANTHROPY

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Podcast: [Nutrition Connection by Dr. Kristen Hicks-Roof](https://stenobird.com/podcast/nutrition-connection-by-dr-kristen-hicks-roof-7641165)
Published: 2026-05-20T12:15:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 2740

## Resource

The episode features a conversation between Kristen Hicks-Roof PhD, RD and Neva Cochran, covering topics such as the discovery of nutrition as a career, the role of home economics in nutrition education, Neva's diverse career journey, becoming a spokesperson and mentorship, focus on agriculture and science, and mentorship and giving back. Neva Cochran discusses her involvement with Texas Women's University, her contributions to the Academy Foundation, the impact of science in nutrition communication, and the future of nutrition. She also shares career advice and mentorship experiences. Takeaways Discovery of nutrition as a career The role of home economics in nutrition education Supporting educational institutions through donations and scholarships can make a lasting impact. The role of science and data in nutrition communication is crucial for credibility and evidence-based practice. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Nutrition Connection 06:29 Neva's Diverse Career Journey 19:56 Focus on Agriculture and Science 25:59 The Impact of Science and Data 31:24 Contributions to the Academy Foundation 36:48 Career Advice and Mentorship 42:27 The Future of Nutrition Connect with Neva Facebook Business: https://www.facebook.com/NevaRDLD Instagram: @nevardld LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/neva-cochran-ms-rdn-ld-fand-a935225/

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