Application Deadline: April 19, 2024
- PURPOSE
- To recognize an individual student who has demonstrated extraordinary skills and commitment in the practice of integrative and functional nutrition including nutritional genomics, whole foods, dietary supplements, and/or natural healing modalities. Nominees for this award will be considered based on: volunteering and service related to integrative and functional nutrition, leadership, GPA, awards, and participation in research, teaching and/or mentoring.
- $500 awarded to chosen recipient.
- ELIGIBILITY AND REQUIRED CRITERIA
All active student members in good standing with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and DIFM DPG are eligible. Exempt members include the following: previous winners of the Outstanding Student Award and any current DIFM Executive Committee member (or currently on ballot for elected office). Required criteria include the following:
- Academy member for at least 1 year
- DIFM member for at least 1 year
- Must attend a college or university with an ACEND approved nutrition program
- Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher
- Two letters of recommendation – one letter from a faculty member and one from a DIFM member
- Personal statement that demonstrates leadership skills (250-500 words)
- Demonstrates active interest in integrative and functional medicine/nutrition including school projects, writing projects, presentations, leadership, volunteer and/or work experience
- OPTIONAL CRITERIA
- Published author in peer reviewed journal or book
- Research contributor (completed work)
- Media contributor
- Advanced education degree or credential/certification in integrative/functional nutrition
- Awards- student, community, etc.
- Awardee is willing to volunteer on a committee for DIFM based on his/her preference/interest/availability
- PROCEDURES AND INSTRUCTIONS
- Nominations for the Outstanding Student Award can be submitted by any member of DIFM. Members are encouraged to nominate qualified students and/or self-nominate.
- Whether nominating a student or self-nominating, the following documents must be submitted for the nominee to the Nominating Committee by April 19, 2024:
- Award application form
- Resume or Curriculum vitae (CV)
- Two letters of recommendation
- Transcript (to verify GPA; can be unofficial copy)
- Personal statement (250-500 words)
- Application documents are reviewed by the Nominating Committee and selection will be made by June 2024. The nominee with the highest score will be selected as the recipient of the Outstanding Student Award.
- The award recipient will be notified by email and announced in the DIFM newsletter, The Integrative RDN, the DIFM Website and social media outlets. Recognition will also be given at DIFM’s annual FNCE events.
- TO APPLY OR NOMINATE
- Completed applications are accepted through April 19, 2024.
- Please submit the
- Award Application Form
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV) (5-page limit)
- Two letters of recommendation
- Transcript
- Personal statement
Questions, please contact difmnomcom@gmail.com.