FCS

Dietetics

Advisory Board

Student and Professional Organizations

Students are encouraged to get involved with the dietetic associations at the University, district state and national level. For more information on membership in dietetic associations contact the undergraduate program director in room 3027 Kohrman Hall (269) 387-3729.

Student Organization

Student Dietetic Association (SDA) is the active student group in which dietetics majors participate. Membership in SDA is the stepping stone for involvement in the profession. SDA provides the students with the opportunity

to interact with fellow dietetics majors.
to refine leadership skills.
to stay informed about events hosted by district dietetic association.
to find out about scholarships/fellowships provided through the state and national dietetic associations as well as other organizations.
to provide service to the community.

Monthly meetings provide a vehicle for planning and coordinating the associations' activities.

Dietetics Community Service Program

Professional Organizations:

The American Dietetic Association

(ADA) is the accrediting body for the profession of Dietetics. For membership information visit the ADA's website or contact program director Dr. A. Rojhani.

Michigan Dietetic Association

Membership in the American Dietetic Association automatically guarantees membership in the state dietetic association. Visit the ADA's website for more information about the state dietetic association.

Southwest Michigan District Dietetic Association (SWMDDA) provides networking opportunities for dietitians in the southwest Michigan area. SWMDDA also regularly provides continuing education activities in the form of seminars/presentations on various nutrition topics for its members.