DPG/MIG Monthly Admin Bulletin

DPG & MIG Upcoming Events

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Upcoming Trainings

Access recordings to prior trainings here. Access full calendar of upcoming trainings here.

Upcoming Tasks and Deadlines

DPG/MIG Nominations and Elections Timeline

Please find below an important message from Academy Nominating Committee Chair, Lucille Beseler, regarding updates to the national nomination timelines. Some of these changes will affect the DPG nomination process, so we want to ensure you have the necessary resources and information to support you in your role.

    Timeline Overview

    ·         January 20-January 27: National Academy Election

    Information for your Executive Committee

    Quarterly Social Media Toolkit

    The Academy’s latest social media toolkit is out now and features key initiatives, timely topics, Foundation information, celebratory dates and sample social posts for January, February and March.   Learn more: https://www.eatrightpro.org/about-us/for-media/social-media-toolkits

    Information to Share with Members

    Utilize the information in this section for your eblasts, newsletters, and COI discussion boards.

    Save the Date: Foundation Scholarship Application

    The Foundation is pleased to announce that its scholarship application for the 2026-2027 academic year opens on Tuesday, February 10, 2026. Applications are due Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 10:00 am CT. Students at all levels of study are eligible to apply. Several DPGs, MIGs, and state affiliates have scholarships administered by the Foundation specifically for their members! For more details on the Foundation’s scholarship program, please visit our website (https://www.eatrightfoundation.org/apply-for-funding/scholarships).

    Student Scholarship AMA with the Academy Foundation

    Student Scholarship AMA with the Academy Foundation
    Wednesday, February 18, 2025 | 1-3pm CT
    Calling all student members! Join us in the Student Community for an AMA with the Foundation Scholarship team. They'll be on hand during this event to answer your questions about available scholarships, eligibility, the application process, and what to expect. This is a free event for all Academy student members.
    Note: all conduct in the Community must align with the Academy members' Code of Ethics.
    Student Community link: https://community.eatrightpro.org/community-home?communitykey=d030abda-8fbb-4c7b-a582-6d83f97d144b

    Funding Your Future: A Guide to Scholarships with the Academy Foundation

    Funding Your Future: A Guide to Scholarships with the Academy Foundation
    Wednesday, February 11th | 12pm CT
    The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Foundation is proud to offer over 250 scholarships to students every year. Join the Foundation Scholarship team for this new webinar exclusively for student members that will highlight key information about the 2026-2027 academic year scholarships and walk you through the application and evaluation process. Find out more about your eligibility and what you need to bag that bag!
    Registration link: https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/f6525407-58f7-4062-9805-f2824d684986@5da1b5c4-3004-4586-b7ab-2dd01f24d7d2

    ACEND Seeks Feedback on the draft 2027 Accreditation Standards for Education Preparation of Nutritio

    The Accreditation Council for Education in Nutrition and Dietetics (ACEND) Standards Committee is conducting this survey to gather feedback regarding the draft 2027 ACEND Accreditation Standards for nutrition and dietetics education programs, including Coordinated Programs (CP), Didactic Programs (DPD), Internship Programs (DI), and Associate Programs with the Dietetic Technician Option (DT).
    Your feedback will be critical as the 2027 Standards are developed. The Standards survey may take 40 to 60 minutes to complete, while the review of the Competencies and Performance Indicators may take up to two hours to complete. You can stop the questionnaire and re-enter at a later time to finish your responses. Surveys and draft documents of the Standards may be viewed at Proposed 2027 Standards.
    The surveys are available until February 10, 2026. Your survey responses will remain anonymous.

    Committee Applications Open December 15, 2025 – February 16, 2026

    The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics invites dedicated members to apply for committee volunteer opportunities for terms starting June 1, 2026. Committee participation is one of the most impactful ways to shape the future of our profession and the Academy. Use your voice and leadership to advance practice, elevate member experience, and support the Academy’s mission.
    If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference, expand your professional skills, and collaborate with passionate colleagues, we encourage you to apply by the February 16, 2026 deadline.
    Please note: A separate application to volunteer for the Committee on Lifelong Learning will open March 1 for terms beginning in October 2026.

    Strengthen Your Staff's Experience-Build Your Team with Credentialed DTRs.

    Please see attached document! DTR_Ad_Affiliate-2e_red.pdf