Central Indiana Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics
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2020-21 Membership
Membership applications are available for the coming year.
There is an option to join online or via traditional paper applications.
Membership is open to AND members and Dietetic students/interns.
The normal membership window for joining the Central Indiana Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (CIAND) has closed. However, we would be happy to review options for partial year memberships. For membership information, please contact Jeff Ketcham, MBA, RDN – CIAND Treasurer at jketcham@iuhealth.org or 317-962-8162.
Continuing Education Opportunities: February – May 2020
February 25th: Solving Problems Using Evidenced Based Practice – Part 1
- 6-7:15pm, registration 5:45-6pm
- Hendricks Regional Health Brownsburg
- 1 CPEU
February 27th: Day at the Statehouse – Farm to Table
- Have lunch and network at the Statehouse before meeting with your local representative
- 2 CPEUs
March 18th: Solving Problems Using Evidenced Based Practice – Part 2
- 6-7:15pm, registration 5:45-6pm
- Hendricks Regional Health Brownsburg
- 1 CPEU
April 3rd & 4th: Beyond Boundaries
- Indiana Academy is partnering with IU for a multidisciplinary 2 day conference
Indiana Convention Center – register at eatrightin.org
May: International Dysphagia Diet Standardization Initiative– date TBA
Have a great summer! Continuing education events will return in September for a new year with CIAND.
Celebrate National Nutrition Month with the Central Indiana Academy!
March 11 at 6pm
PENN AND BEECH
747 N College Ave Suite D, Indianapolis, IN 46202
- Join us at Penn & Beech to create your own candle — warm vanilla sugar cookies, chocolate chip banana bread, freshly baked cinnamon rolls, or whatever your creativity can bring. We have 15 spots available, but can welcome walk-ins. Candle sizes, styles, and prices vary ($15-45) and your $10 will save your spot and be applied to your bill at check-out. Snacks will be provided and alcoholic beverages are available for purchase.
March 19 at 6pm
INTERNATIONAL MARKETPLACE: TASTE OF MEXICO
6439 W 34th St, Indianapolis, IN
- Join us at the International Marketplace for a taste of Mexico, featuring Tajin Mexican Grill. Savor authentic Mexican cuisine including a variety of burritos, steak tacos, and plantains with refried beans and cream. Often live music and entertainment brings life to the event, and tour leaders will share the story of the International Marketplace and this restaurant.
- Cost for dinner is $15 or less and served buffet style, with a large variety of menu items available. Please pay the restaurant on-site.
- RSVP through the market by emailing mmanalang@imcoalition.org.
March 21 9am-12:30pm
INDY WINTER FARMERS MARKET: CONNECTING HOOSIERS TO DIETITIANS
Circle City Industrial Complex – 1125 E Brookside Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46201
- CIAND will have a booth at the Indy Winter Farmers Market, providing nutrition education and recipes to attendees. Swing by to say hello, pick up some local produce and other artisanal treats, and stay for yoga! We’ll have education materials, fun facts about produce at the market, and recipes to share.
- No RSVP required.
Attending a National Nutrition Month Event? Take lots of pictures and tag @indairy and @indietitians to help CIAND win the National Nutrition Month Contest from the Indiana Academy and Indiana Dairy!
Scholarships & Awards
We gave out two scholarships this December to member RDs to attend continuing education activities/conferences in their field! Student members – your turn in coming in April! Be on the lookout -application info coming soon for a scholarship to pay your Academy fees next year!
Volunteer Opportunities
RD Mentor Program
Partner with a student to provide a connection to the field of dietetics
Contact: kaseyvoeller@gmail.com
Business
- January 2020 board meeting minutes
- October 2019 Board meeting minutes
- August 2019 Board meeting minutes
- July 2019 Board meeting minutes
- CIAND Budget, 2019-2020
2020-21 Leadership
| Position | Name | Email Address |
|---|---|---|
| President | Kasey Voeller, RDN | kaseyvoeller@gmail.com |
| Past President | Kate Beard, MA, RDN, CSP, LD | kate.b.rdn@gmail.com |
| President- Elect | Jenna Defore, MBA, RD | jenna.l.defore@gmail.com |
| Secretary | Karen Emminger, RD | kareneemminger@gmail.com |
| Treasurer | Jeff Ketcham, MBA, RD, LD | jketcham@iuhealth.org |
| CPI | Katy Maher, MPH, RDN | katymaher1007@gmail.com |
| CPI-Elect | Jessica Hoffman, MS, RD LD | jessica.hoffman@katefarms.com |
| Nominating Committee | Allison Keller, RDN, LD Jessica Oakes, RDN,CD Alexandria Bledsoe, MS, RD, LD | akeller1211@gmail.com jessicaoakes93@gmail.com abledsoe.rd@gmail.com |
| Historian | ||
| Scholarship Chair | Erin Marie L, Sills, MBA, RD, LD | |
| Social Media Chair | Michaela Stemle RD, LD | |
| Newsletter Editor | Beth Metzler, MS, RDN, LD | |
| NNM Chair | Amanda Kruse, MS, RD, CD, FAND |