Annual Award InformationThe Illinois Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics honors individuals who have advanced the nutrition and dietetics profession, have exhibited leadership by standing out among their peers, have shown devotion to serving others in both nutrition and dietetics as well as allied fields, and have demonstrated a true passion to fostering a healthy community, state, nation, and/or world. These awards recognize those who are outstanding food and nutrition practitioners. CLICK HERE for the past award winners. 2020-2021 Award Application - along with the application form please submit a current resume and at least 3 letters of recommendation. No late entries will be accepted. Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year Award (RYDY)The Recognized Young Dietitian of the Year award recognizes the competence and activities of younger dietitians in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and their continued participation in Academy affairs. Members who receive this honor support the promotion of optimal health and nutritional status of the public through demonstrating leadership in legislation, research, education, management or other areas related to the profession. Application Deadline: 11:59 p.m. CST on January 16, 2021. Click here for more information
Recognized Young Dietetic Technician of the Year Award (RDTY)The Recognized Dietetic Technician of the Year award recognizes the professional contributions of nutrition and dietetics technicians and their continued participation in the community and Academy activities. Members who receive this honor demonstrate leadership qualities and performance in the Academy or their employment through education, clinical nutrition, foodservice management, public relations, career guidance and legislation. Application Deadline: 11:59 p.m. CST on January 16, 2021. Click here for more information
Outstanding Dietitian of the Year Award (ODY)The Outstanding Dietitian of the Year award recognizes members who have made distinguished contributions to advancing the profession. Members who receive this honor demonstrate outstanding leadership and service. Application Deadline: 11:59 p.m. CST on January 16, 2021. Click here for more information
Emerging Dietetic Leader Award (EDL)The Emerging Dietetics Leader Award recognizes the competence and activities of members, regardless of their age, who are at the beginning of their dietetics careers. Members who receive this honor support the promotion of optimal health and nutritional status of the public through demonstrating leadership in legislation, research, education, management and other areas related to the profession. Application Deadline: 11:59 p.m. CST on January 16, 2021. Click here for more information
Outstanding Dietetics Student AwardsThe Outstanding Dietetics Student Award recognizes the emerging leadership and achievement of students in ACEND-accredited and approved dietetics education programs and encourages their participation in the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Application Deadline: 11:59 p.m. CST on December 15, 2020. Click here for more information
RecognitionRYDY, RDTY, EDL, ODY recipients receive a congratulatory letter from the Academy president, awards certificate and listing in the fall issues of the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (JAND). If you have questions or concerns please contact Margery R. Ruch, RDN, LDN. 2006 Woodbine Road Bloomington, IL 61704 (309) 824-6595[email protected] |