Today @ MAND – RDN Day of Giving
Join us on March 10th for our inaugural Day of Giving! Every donation counts, and every penny goes to a future RDN to cover student expenses in scholarship awards.

Please join us in support of the Massachusetts Dietitians Education Foundation (MDEF) to raise scholarship funds for future RDs! The first annual Day of Giving will be on March 10, 2021 which is RD Day. We are hoping for 100% participation – every little bit counts! If each of our 2,000 members donated $10, we would be able to fund scholarships to deserving students for years to come. Also, 100% of the proceeds will go directly to MDEF and your donation is tax-deductible . This year, MDEF is partnering with the MAND Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee to provide a new scholarship to a deserving Massachusetts RD-to-be from an under-represented group(s) within the dietetics field. Follow along on social media for more updates prior to the Day of Giving!
MDEF Website: https://www.eatrightma.org/page/massachusetts-dietetic-education-foundation-mdef
PayPal Address: https://www.paypal.com/donate?token=92B50KqRd4I8MRcH8aWu-WVHFII7FYMMOPZ5TWkTogRJ0d-bLQpWHmww7YYhQ-z_HmhAcT1rJoLRBgLs
Venmo: (@MDEF-MA)
Mailing address for checks: Massachusetts Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, PO BOX 68, Medway, MA 02053

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Today @ MAND – National Nutrition Month
National Nutrition Month is here! This means that it is time for MAND Elections 2021 – 2022! Here is the link to access: https://www.eatrightma.org/members/election.cfm?id=6Voting closes March 31st.
Today @ MAND – Nominations and Black History Month
AND elections are done and Massachusetts participation went up to 13.54% from last year’s 8.1%! Keep up the participation as we have the MAND Board of Directors elections coming quickly. Read further for the nominations. Lastly, the entire month of February is National Black History Month. So at MAND we wanted to feature once again […]
Today @ MAND- Election Time!
It is time! Get out your ballots and think about voting in the upcoming MAND election. The MAND election is set to begin on March 1. Please read below to see the candidates. There will be more to come on their bios in the upcoming week. LASTLY, don’t forget to vote in the Academy of […]
Today @ MAND – Black History Month
Here at MAND we are beyond excited everyday to feature the amazing diverse dietitians that serve the community of Massachusetts. Today, we interview Sue-Ellen Anderson Hayes and her path to becoming a registered dietitian. Please continue to support Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and all dietitians. DEI Feature: Sue-Ellen Anderson Haynes My name is Sue-Ellen Anderson […]
Today @ MAND – Goodbye January
Can you believe January is almost over? As we snuggle into our homes with hot chocolate in hand we can dream about warmer weather together. Follow Dana Steinmetz as she takes us to the Mediterranean Sea and explores different variations of the Mediterranean diet. Regional Variations of the Mediterranean Diet Images of red wine, olive […]
Today @ MAND – Starting off 2021
Is it true! Yes- 2021 is here. Maybe many people are not thinking of New Year’s Resolutions and are focused on the COVID-19 vaccine or politics, but hopefully here at MAND we can remind you that today and every day is a chance to empower your clients, friends, family and self with positive goals. Sangeeta […]
Today @ MAND – Last Post of 2020!
Give yourself a pat on the back – we made it! Celebrate the end of 2020 with Dana Steinmetz as she recaps a year of MAND. Gabriel Lopez also shares how COVID-19 has impacted his studies and learning modalities as a Master’s student. Happy New Year! A Look Back at MAND 2020 2020 has been […]
Today @ MAND – Dismantling December
How do you address yourself when you enter a client’s personal space, might it be their hospital room, residential housing, or virtual? Jay Patruno begins with his pronouns, he/him, and immediately creates an active approach to dismantling bias. Read below to learn more about his career path. Finally, we check in with expert Jillian Allen […]
Today @ MAND – December 2020
It has been a long year and December is here. How are you staying healthy? Are you taking care of your mental health, enjoying some fresh air, and sleeping? Read below to hear some tips from MSDA’s contributor, Julia Boisselle. Also meet Wendy Ng, the Local Advisor for BADD. Don’t forget about next week’s Socials4Success […]
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Call for Nominations for MAND 2026-2027 Elections
The Nominating Committee is accepting nominations for individuals who foster teamwork, innovation, and dedication for the following 2026-2027 Massachusetts Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics ballot positions below. Elections will take place in February 2026.
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