Dr. Scheider taught nutrition at Buffalo State College for 25 years with an emphasis on nutritional ecology, environmental and health effects of the food system, risk communication of foodborne hazards, food security, and nutrition education. He also worked extensively with community organizations on food security and food safety issues. Dr. Scheider currently teaches SPM 549 Environmental Health and SPM 519 Principles of Measurement in Public Health and works with grassroots community organizations concerned with reducing air pollution and improving access to safe, nutritious, and affordable food.