Dietetic Districts
West Suburban Dietetic Association
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| Mission Statement |
| The WSDA serves as an advocate of the dietetic profession serving the public through the promotion of optimal nutrition, health, and well-being. |
| What's New - WSDA Scholarship |
Deadlines: Applicants need to send resume and or scholarship application post marked by October 2008. Applicants will be picked in November and notified in January 2009. All recipients will be invited to the April WSDA dinner |
| Contact WSDA |
Send an email to:
Paula Milas Sochacki, MPH, RD, LDN
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WHAT'S NEW - WSDA Scholarship |
Deadlines: Applicants need to send resume and or scholarship application post marked by October 2008. Applicants will be picked in November and notified in January 2009. All recipients will be invited to the April WSDA dinner
Download Scholarship Application |
LEADERSHIP (2009-2010) |
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| President's Message |
Paula Milas Sochacki, MPH, RD, LDN
Posted: 11/9/2009
Hello WSDA members,
It is hard to believe that it is already fall and the warm summer weather is now behind us. However, the WSDA programming committee has worked very diligently at planning an exciting year filled with great educational opportunities for our members!
We have had a great turnout so far this year for our first two educational meetings in September and October. The topics focused on Nutrition, Disease Prevention, Exercise and Stress Management; Vitamin D Deficiency and Insufficiency; Methods to Successfully Marketing Your Skills for Success; and Soy Nutrition.
Future topic choices include sessions focusing on Flax, Walnuts and other Omega 3 Sources, and an update from our ADA Delegate. As a new opportunity this year, the WSDA Programming Committee has planned a webinar for our January meeting. The topic will be focusing on Weight Management and Obesity Prevention. As we get closer to the date, we will keep all members updated with more detailed information.
In addition, to our monthly presentations WSDA offers 5 additional Continuing Education opportunities at the seminar in February. This year the theme will be “Be in the Know with the Latest in Nutrition and Dietetics”. Based on everyone’s positive feedback from the seminar last year, the location will again be held at the NIU Outreach Center in Naperville, IL.
For our March field trip, WSDA has planned to volunteer at the Northern Illinois Food Bank in St. Charles, IL and learn more about the Youth Nutrition Backpack Program. In addition, the WSDA National Nutrition Month committee is planning a program that interested WSDA members can participate in. As we get closer to the National Nutrition Month program date, we will be sending out more information.
The tradition continues with our annual end of the year April dinner and awards meeting. The presentation this year will be “Living Well” with a cooking demonstration. All WSDA members are invited to attend this meeting and join one another in recognizing the accomplishments of some of our outstanding members while enjoying excellent food and conversation.
The WSDA Board and Programming Committee hope that you are able to attend some of the great events that are planned for this upcoming year. In order to assist our members in achieving their professional goals, we have tried to provide a wide variety of educational and networking opportunities. As always, we invite your ideas and feedback throughout the year so that our Association remains a valuable part of your professional development.
Have a safe and wonderful year,
Paula Milas Sochacki, MPH, RD, LDN
2009-2010 President
West Suburban Dietetic Association
parasolp@aol.com
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| Board of Directors |
President: |
Paula Milas Sochacki MPH, RD, LDN |
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President-Elect: |
Christine Cliff, MPH, RD, LDN |
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Secretaries: |
Kristin Busche, MBA, RD, LDN
Jill Whitney, RD, LDN, CNSD |
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Interim Treasurer: |
Julie Davis MS, RD, LDN |
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| Council on Standing Committees |
Nominating Chair: |
Cathy Leman, MA, RD, LDN |
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By Laws: |
Diane Sowa MBA, RD |
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Membership: |
Michelle Angarita, RD, LDN |
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Dietetic Practice Group Liason: |
Diane Sowa MPH, RD |
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Government Affairs/NSPS: |
Lisa Eaton – Wright |
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Awards and Scholarships: |
Diane Sowa MBA, RD, LDN |
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Publications: |
Susan DuPraw MPH, RD |
sdupraw@eatright.org |
Publications: |
Diane Barrera MPH, RD |
dbarrera@eatright.org |
National Nutrition Time: |
Teresa Ridolfi, RD, LDN |
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Historian: |
Catherine Gavin, MPH, RD, LDN |
cgavinrd@gmail.com |
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| Programming Committee |
Paula Milas Sochacki MPH, RD, LDN
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Melissa O'Brien, MS, RD, LDN |
Christine Cliff, MPH, RD, LDN |
Pam Whitfield, MS, RD, LDN |
Catherine Gavin, MPH, RD, LDN |
Deepa Handu PhD, RD, LDN |
Kate Loman RD, LDN |
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MEMBERSHIP (2009-2010) |
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| Get Involved! WSDA needs your time and talents |
| Your talents and interests are useful to WSDA! WSDA has various committees that may match your personal or professional interests. Committee work offers networking, professional contacts, skill-building, and experience. It’s a great way to be recognized in Illinois ’ largest dietetic district. Plus, CDR offers CPEUs for some positions held. |
| Membership Special |
| Click here to find out how to get a $15 gift card and your friend get $5 off their membership! (Microsoft Word document) |
| Membership Application |
Download 2009-2010 Membership Application (Microsoft Word document)
Coming soon... |
CONTINUING EDUCATION OFFERINGS (2009-2010) |
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| Program Overview |
All programs meet at the same time at Benedictine University,
except the January webinar, February seminar and March field trip.
Member News: 6:30 p.m.
Announcements: 6:50 p.m.
Program: 7:00-9:00 p.m.
E-mail
Paula Milas Sochacki at:
parasolp@aol.com to sign up for e-mail announcement service and receive current WSDA info.
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| Directions to Benedictine University |
Benedictine University is at the intersection of Maple Avenue (55th Street east-west) and College Road, which is called Yackley Avenue north of Maple and Wehrli south of 75th Street. The campus is about two miles west of I-355 and one mile south of IL Rt. 34 (Ogden Avenue).
From Chicago:
Take I-290 to I-88. Go west on the I-88 toll way to I-355 south toll way. Go to the Maple Avenue exit and travel west (right turn) to the University.
From the North or South Suburbs:
Take the I-355 North-South toll way to the Maple Avenue exit. Take the Maple Avenue exit west to the University.
By Train:
The Burlington Northern stops in downtown Lisle. Cab Service is available for the two-mile trip to campus.
Parking:
The Krasa Center is the newer, red brick building located northwest of Benedictine hall. The entrance to Krasa is off of Maple Avenue about 1/4 mile west of College Road. Parking is directly in front of the building and is free for all visitors. |
2009-2010 Programs |
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Tuesday, September 22nd, 2009 |
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Nutrition, Disease Prevention, Exercise and Stress Management |
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(1 hour)
**Sponsored by Employee Awareness Association**
FREE SUBWAY SUBS!! |
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Vitamin D Deficiency and Insufficiency: What Does an RD Need to Know? |
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(1 hour)
**Sponsored by Employee Awareness Association**
FREE SUBWAY SUBS!! |
Speaker(s): |
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Cheryl Ylinen RD, LDN, CNSD
Oncology Nutrition Specialist
Loyola Cancer Center and Research at Central DuPage Hospital |
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Tuesday, October 27th, 2009 |
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Dietitians Taking the Lead—Successfully Marketing Your Skills for Success |
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(1 Hour) |
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End of Life Care—the RD’s Role |
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(1 Hour) |
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Speaker TBD |
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Tuesday, November 17th, 2009 |
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Flax, Walnuts and Other Omega 3 sources
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(1 hour) |
Speaker(s): |
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Andrea Klouda, RD, MPH, CCN, LDN
Nutrition For Life, LLC |
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ADA Delgate Report
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(1 hour) |
Speaker(s): |
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Diana Sowa MBA, RD, LDN
ADA Delegate |
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Monday, January 18, 2010 |
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*WEBINAR*
Weight Management and Obesity Prevention
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2 hours |
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Coordinated with and presented by the
Weight Management DPG
Log-in information will be sent out closer to date |
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Saturday, February 27th, 2010 |
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WSDA February Seminar
Theme: “Be in the Know with the Latest in Nutrition and Dietetics”
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(5 hours) |
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NIU Outreach Center
Naperville, IL |
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March 16th, 2010 |
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March Field Trip
Youth Nutrition Backpack Program (1 hour)
Tour and volunteer to pack boxes (2 hours)
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(3 hours) |
Location and Details:: |
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Northern Illinois Food Back
St. Charles, IL
WSDA is going on the road again! Back by popular demand. Sign up will be required
**NOTE: Different starting time: 6pm-9pm** |
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Wednesday, April 21st, 2010 |
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Dinner Meeting
THEME: “Living Well” Presentation and cooking demonstration
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(1 hour) |
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