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A publication of the Michigan Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Spring 2014 Issue 4
Message from the President
Welcome Spring!
S
pring is always welcomed in Michigan, especially this year after record cold
temperatures and generous snowfall!
Hopefully you have registered for the 2014 Annual Conference, that will be held on
May 1st and 2nd, 2014. Remember to register before April 3rd to avoid an additional
$50.00 fee, and make lodging arrangements before April 9th to obtain the special MND
rate of $95.00 per night.
Ann Hoffman, RD, CDE, CSO
I would like to thank Diane Delhey, Sara Harmon, and their committee members:
David Green, Karen Giles-Smith, Erica Schwein, Kelley Lentz, Sheryl Lozicki, Tina
Miller, Leslie Neubecker-Czubko, Gail Rogers, Marcia Sinclair, Amy Viselli, Christel
Halkey, Sarah Clark, Jodi Nemeth, Michelle Naylor; as well as Susanne Consiglio, for
planning another conference that is sure to be outstanding.
The Annual Conference will provide another opportunity to honor our 50 year
members. This year’s honorees are:
Kaye Lambert, RD, Hildreth A. Macy, FADA, RD, Carol A. Sichterman, MA, RD
“On behalf of the
Michigan Academy of
Nutrition and Dietetics I
would like to extend
congratulations to our
50 year members and
wish to thank them for
their dedication to the
profession of nutrition
and dietetics!
Congratulations Kaye,
Hildreth and Carol!
On behalf of the Michigan Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics I would like to extend
congratulations to our 50 year members and wish to thank them for their dedication to
the profession of nutrition and dietetics! Congratulations Kaye, Hildreth and Carol!
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Public Policy Workshop (PPW) will be held
from March 29th to April 1st. Several RDNs from Michigan are attending, and more are
welcomed! I attended several years ago and it was enlightening to see such a high
level of enthusiasm among our leaders and members. It was great to be reminded of the
Academy’s steadfast presence in Washington DC. Please feel free to contact me, at
[email protected] or consult www.eatright.org, if you interested in more
information regarding PPW.
Mary Niester will be taking over as President in June 2014. Mary has served in
several capacities on the MI Academy Board, including Secretary-Treasurer and
Conference Chair. She is sure to be a fantastic leader! It has been a pleasure to serve as
President this year and I will be serving as Nominating Chair for the 2014– 2015 year.
Please feel free to contact me if you, or someone you know, is interested in serving on
the Michigan Academy Board of Directors. There are several positions available and
great people to work with in many areas!
Thank you, Ann Hoffman, RDN, CDE, CSO
Michigan Academy President, 2013-2014
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National Nutrition Month
By Katie Serbinski, MS, RD, Public Relations/Marketing Director
G
et SOCIAL with the Michigan Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics during National Nutrition Month
Why?! We want MI RDs/RDNs to engage with clients, family, friends, and each other via social media platforms such as
Facebook, Twitter, and blogs to communicate the messages of this year’s NNM theme: Enjoy the Taste of Eating Right.
Here’s how:
Follow MI AND on Facebook:
Look for timely posts about National Nutrition
Month
Post on our page!
How do you help your clients Enjoy the
Taste of Eating Right? Post a
picture, recipe, or taste-tip for
other MI AND followers to see
Use #eatrightMI in your post
Tweet about NNM with other Michigan RDs:
Interact with your followers and friends by using
the hashtag #eatrightMI
Blog about National Nutrition Month:
Do you have a personal/professional blog? Write
about NNM OR RD Day (March 12th)
Email your blog post to Katie Serbinski,
Marketing and PR Director for MI
AND [email protected] Katie will then highlight your post on our Facebook page!
By participating in one or all of these activities, you will automatically be entered to win a $50 gift card to Meijer!
Here’s to slowing down and enjoying the taste of our food!
NNM District Spotlight:
Lansing Dietetic Association
LDA is partnering with a local restaurant called Red Haven in Okemos that offers a farm-to-table approach to dining. The
event includes samples of Red Haven's cuisine, a cooking demo, a RDN table for Q&A, and possibly a speaker for a brief
presentation during the event. Local media outlets and social media will be used to spread the word about the event.
Dietitians of West Michigan
DWM is hosting “A Taste of Health” at the Downtown Market, Grand Rapids, on March 13th from 4-7pm. This event, which
is free to the public, will offer 2-3 fitness events as well as 3 cooking demonstrations, a booth for family meals, Ask the RD
booth, as well as healthy living resource booths from our sponsors (Gazelle, YMCA, etc.).
Southeastern Michigan Dietetic Association
SEMDA awarded 5 grants of $300 each to SEMDA members planning NNM programs in the Metro Detroit area. Funded
events include plant-based culinary series, the launch of school gardens, and much more!
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In the Spotlight: Beth Eggleston, MS, RD
By Katie Serbinski, MS, RD, Public Relations/Marketing Director
“People are often reminded how good eating habits may
translate into healthier, happier lives. However, it is
important that we find the balance between choosing the
foods we like with those that provide the nutrients we
need,” says Beth Eggleston, MS, RD. Beth supports the
philosophy that a healthy lifestyle involves balance,
which includes a balance of nutritious food, physical
activity, stress management and fun! Like the Academy
of Nutrition and Dietetics’ National Nutrition Month
2014®, Beth encourages family, friends, and clients to
"Enjoy the Taste of Eating Right.”
the Center for Good Health, Beth served as the
Nutrition and Breastfeeding Coordinator for the
Michigan Department of Community Health’s
Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity Program
(MiNPAO).
In this capacity, she had several roles including
project manager of the Faith-Based Nutrition and
Physical Activity Project and coordinator of all
MiNPAO breastfeeding initiatives.
Beth holds a Master’s degree in Public Health
Beth Eggleston is a Registered Dietitian and a Health
Nutrition from Case Western Reserve University.
Promotion Educator at Holland
Her undergraduate dietetics degree was
Hospital’s Center for Good Health. In
earned at Michigan State University. She
her current role, Beth provides
also holds specializations in Maternal and
individualized health coaching to
Child Health and Health Promotion.
Holland Hospital employees and
community members. She also
Beth is a firm believer that there are
creates and coordinates programs
plenty of delicious, nutritious foods,
aimed to improve the health and
combining both taste and nutrition for
general well-being of members of the
optimum health. This is evident on her
community. Beth is highly involved
Pinterest page, where Beth’s passion for
with the worksite wellness activities
taste AND nutrition shines on a variety of
offered by the Center for Good
her food and recipe “pins” and “boards.”
Health as well. She helps to assess
In her spare time Beth loves to bake,
Beth Eggleston, MS, RD
the health needs of local worksites
spend time with family and friends, run
and develops individualized wellness programs in
and cheer for the MSU Spartans. She currently lives
coordination with business leaders and delivers and
in Grand Rapids with her husband, Brian, and their
evaluates worksite wellness programs, such as Health
golden retriever, Penny.
Risk Appraisals, health screenings, weight management
and seminars on wellness topics. Prior to her position at
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Fall Conference
September 26, 2014
Okemos Conference Center,
2187 University Park Dr.
Okemos, MI 48864MI
Www.okemosconferencenter.com
Program details this summer!
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Michigan Academy and Academy Election Results
By Gail Rogers, MS, RD Nominating Chair
T
hank you for taking the time to vote! The Nominating Committee is pleased to report the outcome of the
2014 –2015 Michigan and national elections. The following individuals have been elected from among many
excellent candidates. The Committee thanks all who participated in the nomination and election processes.
2014 Michigan Election Results
Board of Directors
President-elect: Bethany Thayer , MS, RD
Secretary Treasurer-elect: Amy Viselli, RD
Nominating Committee:
 Sarah Cullen, MS, RD
 Allison Haring, RD
House of Delegates:
 Kristin Baird, MS, RD
MNDI Trustees:
 Sharon Hoerr, RD, PhD, FACN
 Julie Orth, MS, RD
 Emily Ostrowski, RD
2014 Academy Election Results
Board of Directors
 President-elect: Evelyn Cr ayton, EdD, RDN, LDN (AL)
 Treasurer-elect: Kay Wolf, PhD, RD, LD (OH)
Director-at-Large: Denice Fer ko-Adams, MPH, RDN, LDN (PA)
House of Delegates
 Speaker-elect: Aida Miles, MMSc, RD, LD (MN)
 Director: Tr acey Bates, MPH, RD, LDN (NC)
 At-Large Delegate -Retired: Elaine Long, PhD, RDN, LD (ID)
At-Large Delegate - 30 Yrs of Age or Under: Laur a Romig, RD, LD (TX)
Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics

Practitioner Representative, RD:
Ashley Vargas, PhD, RDN, CSG (VA)
Nominating Committee
 Lorna Fuller, MS, RD, LDN (OH)
 Penny McConnell, MS, RDN, SNS (VA)
 Tracy Wilczek, MS, RDN, LDN (MA)
For more information regarding nominations and
elections, visit www.eatright.org/elections
Commission on Dietetic Registration
 Registered Dietitian:
 Khursheed Navder, PhD, RDN (NY)
 Kevin Sauer, PhD, RD, LD (KS)
 Board Certified Specialist in Renal Nutrition: J essie Pavlinac, MS, RD, CSR, LD (OR)
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Michigan Academy Annual Conference
By Diane Delhey, MS, RD, Professional Development, Conference Chair
W
e have an exciting line up of speakers and topics to
keep you up to date on the most current topics from
food service, private practice, long term care, and clinical
nutrition.
Conference highlights:
Earn 14.5 CPEs at an exceptional value: conference rates
have remained the same for 7 years!
A chance to win one of TWO free conference
registrations for the 2015 conference in Ann Arbor.
Networking and the opportunity to enjoy dining and
culture experiences in Bay City.
Exhibitor showcase on Friday with the opportunity to
learn about new products and resources.
Poster sessions by students, interns and co-workers, to
keep you up to date on current local research.
Speaker highlights:
This year’s conference offers a variety of topics from
local and national experts.
How to Care for the Unique Nutritional Needs of
Bariatric Surgery Patients: Christine Becker, MS, RD
Communicating Your Nutrition Message Blog to Articles
to Cookbooks by Nicole Morrissey, MS, RD and
Colleen Kokx, Dietetic Student
Weird Science: Food & Wine Reactions by Wine Expert
Laurie Foster
The Sustainable American Dinner Plate by Mary Lee
Chin, MS, RD
Nutrition Assessment and Support of the Critically Ill
Obese Patient by Julie Lischner, RD, CNSC
Culinary Wellness in Healthcare: Culinary Operations and
Clinical RDs Working Together by Bethany Thayer,
MS, RDN and John Miller
Plus many more up to date sessions that you do not want
to miss.
T
hank you to our Title Sponsor:
United Dairy Industry of Michigan and the
all of our sponsors and exhibitors for their generous
support to make it possible for the Michigan
Academy to enhance the educational and networking
experiences provided at the Annual Conference.
Doubletree Hotel Riverfront - (989) 891-6000
One Wenonah Park Place, Bay City, Michigan 48708
Hotel Room Reservations: A block of r ooms
is reserved for the conference at the Doubletree
Hotel. Room rates are $95 plus tax per night
for a single or double occupancy. Reserve your
room by calling the hotel at (989) 891-6000.
Ask for this special rate and refer to the
Michigan Academy. The special rate is
available until April 9, 2014.
Hotel Amenities: Fitness center ,
complimentary internet access and business
center. Refrigerator in each guest room. Visit:
www.baycityriverfront.doubletree.com
Registrations postmarked after April
3: add $50.00 to the total fee.
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2014 Public Policy Workshop
By Carl Christoph, RD, JD
T
he Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics annual Public Policy Workshop is scheduled for March 30, 2014
through April 1, 2014. The annual event is planned for the Crystal Gateway Marriott in Virginia just outside of
Washington D. C. Approximately six hundred Registered Dietitians and Diet Technicians will be delegates to the
workshop. Holly Guzman, Mary Niester, Sarah Mott and Carl Christoph are already registered to be part of the
Michigan delegation.
Please consider joining “Gang of Four” in representing the Michigan Academy in Washington D. C. The
PPW always presents an interesting and informative agenda. The details of the 2014 agenda are not announced but
the topics are always timely and are not typical for an Academy meeting. In 2013, the theme was “Nutrition from
the ground up”. The presenters featured farm to table nutrition policy.
The highlight of the PPW is always the visits to Capitol Hill. Each delegate is assigned to a team and the
teams visit Representatives and Senators to communicate the Academy’s Public Policy position on selected, timely
topics. It is always exhilarating and exciting to walk the halls of congress and meet with elected officials who make
the decisions which shape public policy.
If you are interested in attending the 2014 Public Policy Workshop, the Academy’s website
www.eatright.org has a section on how to line up a spot at the workshop, including selling the idea to your boss.
The deadline for early discount is March 7th and registration closes March 21st, 2014.
Workshop participants will learn the central theme; “If dietetics is
your profession, public policy should be your passion.”
Affiliate Challenge Program
By Karen Host, MS, RD
W
ant to help boost the Michigan Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics membership? The Academy of Nutrition
and Dietetics is holding an Affiliate Challenge Program from February 1, 2014 – April 30, 2014. This
program will allow our membership recruitment activities to better align with the Academy’s national spring
recruitment campaigns, while giving your non-members some additional incentive to join so they can attend your
spring affiliate meeting.
The Academy affiliates are divided into four challenge groups based on membership size. The affiliate from each
group that recruits the most new Academy members will be eligible to receive additional awards (monetary) and
recognition. New members from your affiliate who join the Academy between February 1 and April 30, 2014 must
use the promo code AFC15 either online or when they call the Academy Member Service Center. Non-members
joining the Academy from February 1 – April 30, 2014 will receive a special, promotional dues rate. Their
Academy membership will be valid through May 31, 2015.
Those who use the promo code AFC15 will also have the $25 application fee waived. Active, Retired, International
and Associate category members will be counted for the Affiliate Challenge. Student category members are not
included. So, get out there and recruit! For any further questions, please call or email Lilliane Smothers, Sr.
Manager of Member and Student Relations at [email protected] or (312) 899-1775.
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Michigan Health and Wellness 4 x 4 Plan
By Michele Nikolai, MS, RD, Newsletter Director, Michigan Academy
T
he 4 x 4 program state-wide media campaign was initiated January 23,
2013.
Go to: http://www.michigan.gov/healthymichigan
The Michigan Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics is a participant serving on
the steering committee for this
important initiative partnering with many other state agencies and retail
groups.
The plan focuses on four key
healthy behaviors that have
been demonstrated by
evidence based practice to
have an impact on health: a
healthy diet, regular
exercise, an annual
physical, and avoiding all
tobacco use and exposure.
Here is a link to the MI Healthier Tomorrow Partner Tools:
http://www.michigan.gov/mdch/0,4612,7-132-2940_2955_2959_63723-293053--,00.html
You can download the pledge, website buttons, social media samples, sample messages. You are welcome to share
these tools within your organization. This plan is intended to help Michiganders control their health and greatly
reduce their risk for chronic illnesses. The plan focuses on four key healthy behaviors that have been demonstrated
by evidence based practice to have an impact on health: a healthy diet, regular exercise, an annual physical,
and avoiding all tobacco use and exposure.
Registered Dietitian/Nutritionists should be at the forefront of this campaign! While our association does not
directly provide programs to the public, one of our roles is to reach out to our members and encourage you to
become involved in programming at your own workplace and community that addresses the 4 x 4 goals.
Continuing Professional Education (CPE) Application
I
f you would to submit a program for CPE credits please submit to the Michigan Academy CPE Coordinator
instead of the Academy CDR. Programs are reviewed by the Michigan Academy CPE Coordinator. The forms
can be found on the Michigan Academy website: www.eatrightmich.org/profdevpgms.asp
Please Note: all the following information may be emailed or snail-mailed to the CPE chair (address below)
(PLEASE SEND ONE COPY OF MATERIALS LISTED BELOW.)
For RDs and/or DTRs each application request must include:
_____ 1 copy of Completed CDR form (Continuing Professional Education Prior Approval Request form)
_____ 1 copy of Completed MI Academy Continuing Professional Education Application (this form
includes date, title, speaker name, program objectives, timing schedule, CPE level)
_____ 1 copy of Speaker Information Form or 1 copy of the speaker’s CV or resume
_____ Application Fee:
(A check made payable to the Michigan Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics or MI Academy)
$10.00 per CPE hour requested) If program is additional ½ hour, this is considered .5. Example: if a
program is 5.5 CPE hours the fee due is: $55.
_____
_____
_____
A copy of the program brochure (if applicable)
A self addressed envelope (If you are mailing your forms)
For questions please contact Michelle
Send all of the above to:
(269) 372-2566
Michelle Naylor, RD
Email: [email protected]
5695 Glenn Cross Road Apt U6
Battle Creek, MI 49015
To include your program on the Michigan Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics website please see additional
information on the Michigan Academy website and then email the information to [email protected]
For Michigan Academy
updates please visit the
website regularly at
www.eatrightmich.org
Michigan Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
Formerly the Michigan Dietetic Association
c/o Susanne Consiglio, RDN, Executive Director
22811 Greater Mack Suite 105
MI ACADEMY BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President:
Ann Hoffman
President Elect:
Mary Niester
Sec/Treasurer:
Bethany Thayer
Sec/Treasurer Elect:
Dawn Earnesty
Delegate:
Sandra Parker
Membership Director:
Karen Host
Newsletter Director :
Michele Nikolai
Public Policy Coordinator: Holly Guzman
State Policy Representative: Sandra Parker
State Regulatory Specialist: Carl Christoph
Prof. Development Chair:
Diane Delhey
Prof. Development Co-Chair: Sara Harmon
Marketing Director:
Katie Serbinski
Nominating Chair:
Gail Rogers
Non-Voting
MNDI President:
Executive Director:
Jodie Nemeth
Susanne Consiglio
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he Michigan Academy of Nutrition Of
Dietetics has been serving Michigan
citizens since 1929. The Michigan Academy
was incorporated April 28, 1970 as the
Michigan Dietetic Association.
The purpose of this corporation is to
improve the nutrition of human beings; to
advance the science of dietetics and nutrition;
and to promote education in these and allied
areas.
Professionals serving Michigan Academy:
Lobbyists:
DeGrow & Associates
Webmaster:
Mary Width, MS, RD
Tax Consultants:
Halpin & Associates
Michigan Academy Bookkeeper:
There is still time to donate to the MNDI Silent Auction
Michigan Nutrition and Dietetic Institute’s Silent
Auction at Annual Conference
By Jeanine Gomez, MBA, NHA, RD MNDI Silent Auction Chair
P
lans are underway for the Michigan Nutrition and Dietetic Institute’s Annual
Silent Auction during the Michigan Academy Conference on Friday May 2, 2014.
This fundraising project is a grassroots effort that asks Michigan Dietitians for support
so we can continue to grow the scholarship opportunities in our State. How can you
help? You can help by shopping for your favorite things. Gift baskets and single items
are both accepted.
Address for sending baskets: Jeanine Gomez 3577 Hyde Park Road, Muskegon MI 49445.
Examples of previous year donations include jewelry, a gardening basket, a wine and
cheese basket, and iPod accessories.
If you are interested in donating to this
year’s Silent Auction please contact
Jeanine Gomez at
[email protected]

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