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  • 1.  Academy Mentor Program

    Posted Aug 07, 2025 10:11 AM

    In case you haven't already heard, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Mentoring Program has been
    officially relaunched, designed to foster professional growth and development within our community.
    Please share this message with anyone in your networks who might be a great fit as a mentor.

    As a highly engaged member of our Academy, your expertise and passion for nutrition and dietetics
    make you an ideal candidate to become a mentor. This program offers a unique opportunity to guide
    and inspire emerging professionals, share your valuable insights, and contribute to the future of our
    field.

    By joining as a mentor, you will have the chance to:

    - Share your knowledge and experience with mentees
    - Enhance your leadership skills
    - Expand your professional network
    - Make a meaningful impact on the next generation of nutrition and dietetics professionals

    The Mentor program is seeking enthusiastic mentors who are committed to supporting and empowering
    others on their career journeys. The new program will start September 1st, and all details and
    requirements can be found here: https://community.eatrightpro.org/mentoring. If you have questions
    about the program, feel free to contact students@eatright.org.

    Thank you for considering this opportunity to give back to our community. Your involvement can truly
    make a difference!



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    Alyson Fendrick RD LD
    FCP DPG HOD Delegate
    alyson.dykstra@gmail.com
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  • 2.  RE: Academy Mentor Program

    Posted Aug 08, 2025 11:44 AM

    Alyson,

    Thanks for calling attention to the new mentoring program. I've been a mentor nearly my entire career, and I have one mentee with whom I've been connecting quarterly for the past 15 years. I've seen her progress from an insecure undergraduate unsure if dietetics was right for her to a polished professional making impact at various state and federal agencies in the D.C. area. Working with her and other mentees give me so many valuable insights into how younger professionals view opportunities, deal with setbacks, and value the Academy. I also have a mentee from Canadia who provides insights into the work of RDs in Canada, helping better appreciate the similarities and differences between our two counties.

    I love being a mentor and would love to hear from other FCP members about their experiences being a mentor. I should also point out that most of my mentors are FCP members. I'd be remiss without mentioning how important they have been in guiding and coaching me during my career.

    Amy



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    Amy Myrdal Miller, MS, RDN, FAND
    FCP Culinary Skills Series Development Leader
    Carmichael (Sacramento), California
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  • 3.  RE: Academy Mentor Program

    Posted Aug 09, 2025 09:11 PM

    Thank you for sharing the opportunity to join as a mentor for our profession. Amy, what you shared made a difference for me. I plan to sign up as a mentor because of the meaningful words about your experience. Thank you also for taking the time to generously offer your insights and expertise to me recently. Warmly, Suzanne



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    Suzanne Lewis
    Salt Lake City UT
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