07/03/2008

American Dietetic Association Foundation Invests In Future of Dietetics Through Scholarships For 2008-2009 Academic Year

FOR RELEASE JULY 3, 2008

Media contacts: Jennifer Starkey, Phil Allen
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CHICAGO – The American Dietetic Association Foundation announced it has awarded 221 scholarships totaling $279,550 to students at the undergraduate, graduate and continuing education levels of dietetics study.

The ADA Foundation is the largest provider of scholarships in the dietetics field. Scholarships are funded by individual donors, affiliated state and regional dietetic associations and American Dietetic Association corporate partners and dietetic practice groups, including:

  • Colgate Palmolive
  • Consultant Dietitians in Health Care Facilities Dietetic Practice Group
  • ECOLAB
  • Mead Johnson Nutritionals.

The American Dietetic Association Foundation is a 501(c)3 charity devoted exclusively to nutrition and dietetics. It funds scholarships and awards, public awareness and research projects and ADA strategic initiatives. Visit ADAF at www.adaf.org.

The American Dietetic Association is the world's largest organization of food and nutrition professionals. ADA is committed to improving the nation’s health and advancing the profession of dietetics through research, education and advocacy. To locate a registered dietitian in your area, visit the American Dietetic Association at www.eatright.org.