Registered Dietitian Nutritionists - Bringing the science of food and nutrition to tables across the Mountain State.
The West Virginia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics selects and honors the Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year, Recognized Dietetic Technician of the Year, Emerging Dietetic Leader and Outstanding Dietitian of the Year awards. Winners are recognized in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and each awardee receives a congratulatory letter and certificate signed by the president of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.
In addition to the awards above, our state also bestows the Helen Lodge Memorial Scholarship, the Lillian Halverson Scholarship, and the Rhododendron Award.
All nominations must be submitted annually by March 1. WVAND may choose not to present an award if no qualified nominations are made. Winners are announced and awarded at the WVAND Annual Conference & Expo in the spring.
Please direct any questions to awards@eatrightw.org.