Empowering Members to be Virginia's Food and Nutrition Leaders
Southwest Virginia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (SVAND)
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The Southwest Virginia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (SVAND) is a region affiliate of the Virginia Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (VAND). Our membership is made up of registered dietitian nutritionists, registered dietetic technicians, students, and retirees residing in southwestern Virginia.
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The mission of SVAND is to promote optimal nutrition, health, and well-being of the public by advocating for the organization’s members. Any VAND member residing in the Southwest Region is automatically registered as an SVAND member at no additional cost.
Benefits of Membership
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Reduced rates for continuing professional education events
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Networking opportunities with other nutrition and dietetics professionals
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Eligibility for annual awards and scholarships offered through VAND
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Subscription to the SVAND listserv that provides relevant news and announcements
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Eligibility to be an SVAND board member and help further impact dietitians in the community
Upcoming Events
Check back in August for upcoming networking and continuing education events!
Meet The Board
Emily Cox, MPH, MS, RD, CHES
Regional Director
Michaela Clarke
Member Services Representative
Wenjing Yu
Graduate Student Liaison
Emily Myers, PhD, RDN
Past Regional Director
Alexis Barr
Region Legislative Representative
Vacant
Undergraduate Student Liaison - Virginia Tech
Vacant
Regional Director Elect
Arshae Jackson
IDEA Representative
Vacant
Undergraduate Student Liaison - Radford University
Awards
2026 Award Winners from the Southwest Region:
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Laurel Romano received the Outstanding Dietetics Student-Graduate Program (ODS-GP) award
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Emmalina Jennings received the Outstanding Dietetics Student-Dietetic Intern (ODS-DI) award
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Victor Boahen received the VAND Scholarship
VAND offers annual awards for outstanding students and professionals. Please find more details and deadlines for each award on the designated VAND webpage.
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If you would like to nominate an individual or yourself to represent the SVAND Region for one of these awards, please contact the Region Director at svandpres@gmail.com.