Students

Memphis District Dietetic Association

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Students

Memphis District Dietetic Association - Scholarship Announcement

The Memphis District Dietetic Association will award scholarships to full time dietetic students enrolled in a dietetic program approved or accredited by the American Dietetic Association Commission on Accreditation/Approval for Dietetic Education. The student must be attending school in Shelby County, TN. Criteria for the award will be based on one essay, financial need, and meritorious credentials.

Click here for the Student Scholarship Application Form

University of Memphis Dietetic Interns 2010

The History of the SDA

Students in the dietetics program have met formally and informally since the program began. During about the past 10 years, students have regularly met as an organization (the Student Dietetic Association) with elected officers. SDA has offered multiple venues including opportunities for volunteer nutrition work, networking with students and dietitians, community nutrition service, and marketing of the profession.

SDA’s Mission

The Student Dietetic Association strives to educate the University of Memphis population as well as our community. The Student Dietetic Association provides nutrition related information, raises awareness for the profession of Dietetics, and helps current dietetic students transition from college into a career.

Goals for SDA 2009-2010

· To improve upon the educational experience by providing nutrition related activities

· To be role models in the community and to create friendships among members

· To familiarize members with the American Dietetic Association, Memphis District Dietetic Association, and the Memphis Area Nutrition council

· To make SDA known to everyone

· To help members build their resume

Click below for the entire SDA Brochure for 2009-2010

SDA Brochure 2009-2010