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Demetrices Robinson, MS, USAW L1, PN2 - Foundation General Scholarship Recipient

posted 15 days ago
Demetrices Robinson, MS, USAW L1, PN2 Foundation General Scholarship Completing a Didactic Program in Dietetics at Texas Woman's University “Receiving this scholarship helps me spend more time in the nutrition world studying my materials from class. Living in the materials helps me to develop a full understanding of how to ask better questions with towards problems. Better questions create the skills I need to problem solve at an effective high level with clients/patients. Nothing beats getting the tough questions answered right the first time. Receiving this scholarship will not only help me, but the all the people I get to work with in the ...

Lellieth Latchman, MS, RDN, CDCES - Commission on Dietetic Registration Doctoral Scholarship Recipient

posted 22 days ago
Lellieth Latchman, MS, RDN, CDCES Commission on Dietetic Registration Doctoral Scholarship Completing a Doctoral Program at University of Bridgeport “This scholarship is a blessing for me. I could only afford to take one class per semester when I started this past Summer. Now, I can increase the credits for the coming Semester. This scholarship also helps me to focus on my doctoral program instead of working extra hours to make up the funds I have to put aside for class and everyday expenses. Now, I am able to focus more on going in depth in my classes to learn how to prepare myself to assist and serve my community at large. Already, I am learning ...

Stacey Williamson - National Organization of Blacks in Dietetics and Nutrition Scholarship Recipient

posted 29 days ago
Stacey Williamson National Organization of Blacks in Dietetics and Nutrition Scholarship Completing a Dietetic Internship at Be Well Solutions “Receiving the scholarship from the Foundation is a transformative milestone on my journey to becoming a registered dietitian. With this support, I can continue my education and gain the knowledge and skills needed to make a meaningful impact on underserved communities. This scholarship not only alleviates financial burdens but also provides me with the confidence and resources to pursue a doctoral program and research opportunities, enabling me to contribute to research-driven solutions for health disparities ...

Regina Smalls BA, BS - Jessie C. Obert Memorial Scholarship Recipient

posted 11-08-2024
Regina Smalls BA, BS Jessie C. Obert Memorial Scholarship Completing a Future Education Model Graduate Program at Sodexo-University of Rhode Island “The Foundation scholarship provides a way for those continuing their education to find and obtain funding. While many other foundations provide funding for undergraduate students, the Foundation has been very thoughtful in providing resources for graduate students and for that I am grateful. Receiving this scholarship has relieved some of the burden of the cost of continuing education as I continue toward the path of becoming a Registered Dietitian. The dietetics program is a costly process and receiving ...

November 2024 Monthly Message

posted 11-04-2024
Time For Giving Thanks! November is a time to connect with family and friends and to practice gratitude. I am looking forward to gathering with loved ones this month to share laughter, memories and joy. During this month of grateful reflection, I also want to thank our colleagues and fellow Academy members who work tirelessly for our profession and our Foundation. We share a passion for the future of our profession and know our Foundation is the catalyst for building a brighter future for all of us. This month, as I think about the way our Foundation unites and supports the future of nutrition and dietetics practice, through scholarships, research grants, ...

October 2024 Monthly Message

posted 10-18-2024
FNCE® Was a Huge Success – Thank You! I want to thank everyone who helped make FNCE® a huge success. I enjoyed the opportunity to reconnect with friends and colleagues face-to-face and represent our Foundation. The energy in the Minneapolis Convention Center was electric and a great opportunity to network, share ideas and celebrate our profession. I would like to also thank everyone who interacted with our Foundation throughout the five days. Whether you stopped by our booth and made a donation to our Make It a Million Scholarship Campaign, participated in our Anytime 5k, bid on a silent auction item or supported our 12 Twin Cities Marathon Charity Bib runners, ...

Shop Mary Made Jewelry during the week of FNCE® and Support Our Foundation!

posted 09-20-2024
Academy Member and Foundation Donor, Mary Abbott Hess, LHD, MS, RDN, LDN, FAND, Crafts & Sells Handmade and Vintage Jewelry for the Benefit of our Foundation As a past FNCE customer, we invite you to visit MaryMade Jewelry to celebrate FNCE® and shop from Tuesday, October 1 st , thru Thursday, October 10 th , for an array of handcrafted earrings, bracelets and necklaces, many with food related themes as well as beautiful, vintage jewelry. All orders include free shipping and proceeds benefit the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation ! Mary will also be displaying and selling a number of her items onsite in the Foundation booth at FNCE®, ...
 
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Why Giving Back Matters to Foundation Scholarship Recipient Alyssa Frisby

posted 09-18-2024
In 2020, I was honored to receive the Colonel Filomena Manor Memorial Scholarship from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation during my Master of Science dietetic internship at the University of Central Arkansas. This scholarship encouraged me to delve deeper into the diverse opportunities within the dietetics field. It reinforced my commitment to using my nutrition education to create meaningful, lasting change in the lives of others. Being awarded this scholarship reaffirmed my belief in my potential to achieve my goals and contribute to the profession. Giving back to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation is very important to me. The ...
 
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September 2024 Monthly Message

posted 09-06-2024
Our Foundation is holding the inaugural Foundation Give Day ( #FNDGiveDay ) on Thursday, September 19 . A one-day event for RDNs, students, and dietetic interns to support the one Foundation dedicated to our profession. All donations will support our Make It a Million Scholarship Campaign and help to build the next generation of food and nutrition professionals. Our goal is to raise $25,000 for this effort on September 19. We are asking all Academy members to help us reach our goal. THREE WAYS YOU CAN HELP! Give : on September 19 and join your fellow Academy members who will come together that day to support our profession with big and small gifts. ...

Academy Foundation Anytime 5k T-Shirt Design Contest Winner!

posted 08-30-2024
The Academy Foundation congratulates Academy member, Reagan Street, MS, RD, LD , for submitting the Foundation Anytime 5k winning T-Shirt design. “My inspiration for the design was initially the city skyline of the Twin Cities. I wanted it to be the focal point of the design; it’s a skyline that people recognize once they’ve been in Minneapolis. Drawing from other 5K race designs, I aimed to boldly incorporate the phrase “We run dietetics,” reflecting the spirit of the event. Additionally, I included a subtle yet significant element—a leaf within the “i” of the word “foundation”—to symbolize nutrition. The goal was to create a design that not only highlights ...
 
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Academy Foundation Anytime 5k T-Shirt Design Contest Vote for Your Favorite Design

posted 08-12-2024
Help us choose our 2024 Foundation Anytime 5k T-Shirt design! Over the last few weeks, Academy members have submitted their designs, and a volunteer committee has selected the top three. Now it’s your turn to vote. Please use the link below to select your favorite design. Vote by Friday, August 23, 2024 at 5 p.m. CT. Click on the option # below to learn about the designers. Option #1 Click to Read Bio Designer: Andrea Mathis, MA, RDN, LD Andrea is a Media Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, with a focus on body-inclusive nutrition, and founder of Beautiful Eats & Things, LLC, a popular food & lifestyle blog that provides ...
 
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August 2024 Monthly Message

posted 08-09-2024
August is National Breastfeeding Month — this month is dedicated to advancing advocacy, protection, and promotion to ensure that all families have the opportunity to breastfeed. Many Academy members work with women through their breastfeeding journey, providing nutrition counseling and encouragement that supports this physically strenuous time. RDNs can play an essential role in helping all women who choose to breastfeed their babies this way. Having data to support this impact is an important part of quantifying the value of these services by RDNs. The Academy Foundation, along with the Pediatric Nutrition Practice Group and Women’s Health DPG, is currently ...

July 2024 Monthly Message

posted 07-23-2024
Sign up for Foundation events when registering for FNCE ® ! FNCE ® registration is now open and we are excited to see everyone in Minneapolis this October. Did you know you can also register for Foundation events during the online registration process by logging back in at any time to add an event to your registration dashboard? When you register and participate in a Foundation FNCE ® event, you help make a difference in the lives of your fellow Academy members. Proceeds from all Foundation FNCE ® events and sponsorships benefit our Annual Fund and used where needed most. So please join us for any or all of these events in Minneapolis this year or ...

Paulina Rodríguez Urueta - Colonel Miriam E. Perry Goll Memorial Scholarship Recipient

posted 07-19-2024
Paulina Rodríguez Urueta Colonel Miriam E. Perry Goll Memorial Scholarship Completing a Dietetic Internship at Morrison Healthcare Dietetic Internship “I am beyond grateful to have been awarded a Foundation Scholarship for my dietetic internship, allowing me to pursue my dream in a state-of-the-art facility, grow my professional network, and advocate for diversity and inclusion from within the field. I recognize my privilege for being able to form a part of this team, and receiving the Colonel Miriam E. Perry Goll Memorial Scholarship is not only financially relieving, but also affirming in a professional regard, giving me confidence on the fact ...

Ashley Gray - Dorothy MacRae Hyman Memorial Scholarship Recipient

posted 07-12-2024
Ashley Gray Dorothy MacRae Hyman Memorial Scholarship Completing a Coordinated Bachelor's Program in Dietetics at Harding University “Having one application for so many scholarships is an incredible opportunity for any student. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain by submitting the application. With the cost of higher education constantly increasing, I am always looking for ways to help pay for my education without incurring a lot of debt. I am excited to have received one of the Foundation scholarships, which will allow me to stretch my education dollars further and make it easier and less stressful to afford my goal of earning my ...

Attention Students and Dietetic Interns – Apply for a Foundation Student Stipend to attend FNCE® 2024

posted 07-09-2024
Every year, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation proudly supports the future of the nutrition and dietetic profession by issuing stipends to help students and dietetic interns offset the cost of attending FNCE®. The Foundation’s ability to provide student stipends is directly attributed to the generosity of the many Dietetic Practice Groups, Member Interest Groups, state affiliates, and individual Academy members who support this program. The Foundation is currently accepting applications for full-registration ($165) student stipends to attend FNCE® 2024, which takes place October 5-8, in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Academy members enrolled as students ...
 
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Academy Foundation Anytime 5k T-Shirt Design Contest

posted 07-09-2024
Calling all RDNs with a flair for art! Enter our Foundation’s Anytime 5k T-Shirt Design Contest for a chance to have your artwork featured on the official 5k T-shirt, given to every participant. Unleash your creativity! Submit designs that celebrate themes of movement, food, health, the dietetics community, or the vibrant Twin Cities and the great state of Minnesota. Contest Details: Opening Date: July 15, 2024 Closing Date: July 26, 2024 We can't wait to see your artistic talents shine! The Foundation’s Anytime 5k is an annual event that encourages participants to get active in any way they choose during the week of FNCE ® while supporting ...
 
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David Gaviria, MPH, RD, LDN - Loyal E. Horton Memorial Scholarship Recipient

posted 07-05-2024
David Gaviria, MPH, RD, LDN Loyal E. Horton Memorial Scholarship Completing a Doctoral Program at The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill “Receiving this scholarship clears my mind. Money is tight as a graduate student, especially in times like these. I often wonder how I will pay for things while I'm completing assignments or in lectures. Having financial support from the Foundation will allow me to better focus on my studies so I can be the best version of myself in the classroom. ” How did you learn about the availability of the Foundation scholarship that you received? I learned about the availability of the Foundation ...

Abigail Harvey, BS - Maye Musk Scholarship Recipient

posted 06-28-2024
Abigail Harvey, BS Maye Musk Scholarship Completing a Coordinated Graduate Program in Dietetics at Wayne State University “The Maye Musk Scholarship will make an incredible impact on my education and future goals. Not only will a large portion of school expenses be eliminated, but a weight will be lifted from my shoulders. A decreased financial burden will allow me to focus more energy on my classes and internship over the next two years. It will be easier to give every day of my coordinated program 100% effort. ” How did you learn about the availability of the Foundation scholarship that you received? I learned about the Maye Musk ...

June 2024 Monthly Message

posted 06-19-2024
A New Year I’m honored and excited to serve as your 2024-2025 Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation Chair. I look forward to working closely with our volunteer board members and donors to serve our fellow Academy members and profession. During my nearly 40 years as a dietetics professional and diabetes educator, I have found the Academy and its members to be extraordinary allies in my work to optimize the health and well-being of the people I consult in my practice through food and nutrition. In order to give back to the great organization that has done so much for me, I have had the pleasure of serving the Academy in a wide range of volunteer leadership ...