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MAND, an affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics, is a non-profit professional organization

Minnesota Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (MAND) is an affiliate of the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics. Currently, there are approximately 1600 members throughout the state. Membership is limited to Registered Dietitians (RDs), and Diet Technicians, Registered (DTRs), those eligible for these classifications, students, and retired members.

04/08/2026

The MAND Annual Conference is just two days away and we couldn’t be more excited about the opportunities ahead!

Join us tomorrow night for our pre-conference event to connect and network with fellow nutrition professionals while learning about important licensure updates. https://eatrightmn.org/event/39478/

Don’t forget to keep bidding on our silent auction, which closes, April 10 at 1:00pm. Every bid helps support scholarships for students facing financial barriers - empowering the next generation of passionate, talented dietitians to complete their education and training. Your participation truly makes a difference.

And finally, we can’t wait to see you for the conference for a full day of inspiration, fresh perspectives, and meaningful growth. Come nourish your knowledge and expand your impact within the nutrition community!

04/07/2026

The Minnesota Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation is proud to recognize this year’s outstanding scholarship recipients. These are students who are leading the way in nutrition and dietetics through their passion, leadership, and academic excellence.

𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘂𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴:
Emarie Jacobson – Viterbo University
Rachel Arends – Minnesota State University, Mankato
Gabriela Meraz-Fishbein – University of Minnesota (MPH/CP)
Madeline Fischer – St. Catherine University
Rosemary Unglaub – Concordia College, Moorhead
Anita Lam – University of Minnesota (Twin Cities)

𝗦𝗛𝗢𝗪 𝗬𝗢𝗨𝗥 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟 𝗣𝗥𝗜𝗗𝗘!
Drop your school colors, emojis, or shoutouts in the comments to celebrate these incredible students and represent your university!

📅 On April 10th at the Annual Conference we honor their achievements and celebrate the future of our profession.

04/06/2026

Support the next generation of nutrition professionals by participating in our limited-time Silent Auction benefiting the Minnesota Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation. Proceeds from this auction will help provide scholarships to students facing financial barriers, ensuring passionate and talented future dietitians have the opportunity to complete their education and training. Your bid can make a meaningful difference in a student’s journey.

Scan the QR code or click here https://www.32auctions.com/mandf2026?utm_source=email&utm_medium=email%20marketing to place your bid today and support future nutrition leaders. Bids end 1:00pm on April 10th.

04/04/2026

Heading to the MAND Annual Conference?

As RDNs, we know food is more than nourishment. It's dignity, health, and care. Please consider bringing a non-perishable food item to support VEAP, the Twin Cities’ largest food pantry, as they help our neighbors move toward stability.

Even one small donation can make a meaningful difference. Look for the donation bins at the conference!

04/02/2026

The countdown is on! Only 7 days to go until our pre-conference event on Thursday, April 9 from 6-7:30 pm at Bald Man Brewing.

Not only will you get the chance to connect and network with other incredible nutrition professionals, but you will also get to learn more about topics that directly impact you and the future of our field!

We will talk about the licensure compact, what it means for you, how it opens doors to practice across state lines, expands access to care, and fuels the growth of telehealth and our profession as whole.

It’s your opportunity to stay informed, get inspired, and be a part of the movement shaping what’s next in our profession. Don’t miss out. Register today!

Get your tickets at https://eatrightmn.org/event/39478/
FREE for MAND Members. Non-Members $15

04/01/2026

This April 1st, we promise, this is no joke! Our Foundation Silent Auction is live and filled with fantastic items you won’t want to miss. Bid on exciting experiences and prices, including football tickets, gift cards, escape room adventures, museum passes, and more.

When you participate you’re doing more than winning great items. You are helping support the next generation of nutrition professionals. Proceeds from the auction benefit the Minnesota Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation and help provide scholarships for students facing financial barriers as they work toward completing their education and training in nutrition and dietetics.

Scan the QR code or click here https://www.32auctions.com/mandf2026?utm_source=email&utm_medium=email%20marketing to place your bid today and support future nutrition leaders. Bids end 1:00 pm on April 10th.

03/29/2026

When you join forces with RDNs and NDTRs, you receive personalized nutrition guidance that's evidence-based and tailored to your unique needs!

Find a nutrition expert during to help you meet your health goals: sm.eatright.org/findRD

03/27/2026

Are you someone who is starting your career as an RD or not sure what’s next in your RD journey? Join us for the MAND Annual Conference on April 10, 2026 at the Eagan Community Center for two inspiring sessions.

In the first session you will hear from Emily Krause, MFCS, RD, LD, FAND, Alex Turnbull RDN, LD, Ashley Moyna Schwickert, MS, RD, and Kimberly Duffy, RDN, LD, CPT, CES on career opportunities beyond traditional dietetics, including media, corporate, entrepreneurship, and fitness-focused roles and in the second session you will learn from Stacey Hoffman, RD, LD, Miranda Haugrud, MHA, RDN, and Kori Geinert, MS, RDN on Fueling your Future: Building Your Toolkit for Success.

Don’t miss it! Register today while spots are still available! https://store.eatrightmn.org/main-registration

03/25/2026

Join us on April 16, 2026, for a special MAND Board-Planned Event featuring an interactive panel of recent exam passers. This live, student-driven discussion will allow you to hear firsthand insights, study strategies, and real experiences from our three panelists, Hannah Baumgart, Anna Horsch, and Lacey Wedell.

The event will be host live via Zoom and recorded for later viewing. It is open to all students and interns, regardless of MAND membership.

Register today! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1hEieYlqbPygnpBfxv-7wJbINh9vTrbwHh7P7G9INuHU/viewform?edit_requested=true

Have questions? Submit them in advance to help shape the conversation using this link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScX51yKZO1ynMZmNra_30Fs2dArgd2KZEAzvVtvQfvSjeJvOw/viewform

03/23/2026

Congratulations to our recent award winners! These exceptional professionals have demonstrated outstanding leadership, community impact, innovation in nutrition programs, and excellence in practice. We are proud to acknowledge them for advancing our profession. Stay tuned for more information on these incredible leaders at our annual conference!

𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱: Andrew Akhaphong
𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿: Kendal Burstad
𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗶𝗲𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿: Miranda Haugrud
𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 – 𝗖𝗼𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺: Margaret McCann
𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 – 𝗗𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺: Brook Meyer
𝗢𝘂𝘁𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗦𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗬𝗲𝗮𝗿 – 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺: Rachel Arends
𝗚𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗻 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱: Posthumous to Melissa Hortman

Interested in attending the annual conference? Register today while spots are still available! https://store.eatrightmn.org/main-registration

03/19/2026

Just 2 weeks until we kick off the MAND Annual Conference with our pre-conference networking event on Thursday, April 9 from 6-7:30pm at Bald Man Brewing. Get ready to mingle, meet fellow RDs, and learn about licensure updates!

Why does a licensure compact matter? It allows licensed professionals to practice across states without needing to apply for multiple licenses. This helps expand access to care, reduce administrative barriers, supports telehealth services, and strengthens our profession.

Bring your energy, your questions and your curiosity. We look forward to seeing you there.

FREE for MAND Members. Non-Members $15
Get your tickets at https://eatrightmn.org/event/39478/

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