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Southern Illinois Dietetic Association
SIDA
Southern
Illinois Dietetic Association - President's
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Presidents Message
Posted: 9/9/2007
As the fall approaches, SIDA will shed some leaves in preparation for a new year. We have a slate of new officers, but want to thank Cynthia York-Camden (Past President), Melissa Fay Banz (Past Secretary) and Becky Lewis (Past Treasurer) for their dedication and leadership. As in all organizations, they will all continue to be active in SIDA chairing committees and providing insight.
The season will officially kick off with our first meeting at Blue Sky Vineyard on September 27, 2007. After our social hour from 6:00-7:00 pm, Kate Zager will present an interactive session on “improving Your Counseling Skills. Just one week prior to that on September 20th at John A. Logan College is the Southern Illinois Obesity Conference “Tipping the Scale…Managing Obesity in Southern Illinois. We have several other continuing education opportunities planned for this upcoming year so keep coming back to this page to check out the latest information.
As your new president, I will strive to make SIDA an organization that provides much opportunity for the dietetic professional. At SIDA meetings, we will continue to provide networking time with refreshments to allow you to talk with old friends and make new ones as well. Attending SIDA meetings not only allows you to earn continuing education credit hours, but it provides you with updated legislation, job openings, and networking opportunities to name a few. In addition, you will have the opportunity to join various committees that will inspire growth on a personal and professional level. As reminder, we are still looking to fill several committee chair positions and President Elect. Did you know that being President-Elect includes a $100.00 stipend?
Remember, to keep this organization growing and remaining strong we need each member to contribute something to the organization…whether getting another non-member dietitian to join our group, become a board member, participate on a committee, help organize revenue and/or just suggest some ideas to better our group. Our goal is to have a steady income stream to ensure the future of our organization. If you are interested, please contact a BOD member.
If you have any items of interest, please forward them to newsletter chairperson: Hollie Colle @jewski79@hotmail.com.
Feel free to email me at bell@onecliq.net with any ideas, comments or suggestions. We can all work together to make this season for SIDA the best year ever!
Cathy Ludwig-Bell
SIDA President, 2007-2008
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President
Cathy Ludwig-Bell PhD, RD, LDN
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10 Reasons to Join Southern Illinois Dietetic Association |
1. Receive
informational newsletters at least quarterly.
2.
Obtain a current Member Directory (with areas of
specialty) of all SIDA Members.
3.
Network with other dietitians in Southern Illinois.
4.
Gain leadership experience while earning continuing
education credits.
5.
Receive job opportunities, current standards of
care, research and resources via email.
6.
Have a voice in promoting the value of dietitians
in our community.
7.
Earn continuing education credits for free or reduced
rates.
8.
Add another line to your resume.
9.
Gain a support group of local dietitians.
10. Develop friendships with colleagues. |
SIDA
Mission Statement:
Serving the public through the promotion of optimal nutrition,
health, and well being.
Officers and Committee Chairs 2007 - 2008 |
| President |
Cathy Ludwig-Bell |
| Past President |
Cynthia York-Camden |
| President
Elect |
open |
| Treasurer |
Beth Michaels |
| Secretary, Newsletter Editor |
Hollie Colle |
| Nominating Committee, Chair |
Rachel Noirot |
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open |
| National Nutrition
Month |
open |
| Awards/Scholarships |
Sandy Long & Allan
Higginbotham |
| Government Affairs |
open |
| Public Relations/Outreach |
Melissa Fay Banz |
| Website Coordinator |
Cynthia York-Camden |
| Journal Club |
open |
SIDA Program Schedule 2007 - 2008
To give members a voice in planning for the
next year all SIDA members will be invited to attend
a meeting before or after CEU Events. Details will
be sent in your newsletter closer to each meeting.
March/April 2008 Possible Programs |
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Tentative - SIDA may partner with Spring Obesity Conference.
SIDA may provide a Listen and learn event in the Spring. |
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TBA |
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May/Junel 2008 |
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End of year Party |
SIDA's listing of educational
programs is subject to change in meeting times,
dates, topic, and location based on speaker availability.
Please watch your SIDA Newsletter for announcements.
For concerns or questions regarding
SIDA's Educational Programs, please contact:
Cynthia York-Camden cynthiyc@yahoo.com
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Message from the
Treasurer
If you would still like to register
to be a part of SIDA - please download the membership
application and send in your dues to the following
address.
Make Checks payable to:
Southern Illinois Dietetic Association
Mail form and dues to:
Beth Michaels. MS. RD. LDN
301 S. Eason Apt 4
Carbondale, IL 62901
There are many benefits of membership
so consider joining today! We would enjoy seeing you
at our next event!
Active Registered Dietitians owe $20.00,
Students and retired dietitians owe $10.00. Friends
of SIDA* (Non ADA Member) owe $40.00 (Can not vote
or hold office).
You may also make a donation toward
the Scholarship Fund
by sending your donation with
your dues.
Thanks for your support!
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The Southern Illinois Dietetic Association
includes ADA members living in
Randolph, Washington, Marion, Wayne, Edwards, Randolph,
Washington, Marion, Franklin Hamilton, White, Jackson
Williamson,
Saline, Gallatin, Union, Johnson Pope Hardin, Alexander,
Pulaski and
Massac counties.
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