Vermont Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

06/16/2026

is the place to be for career growth, inspiration, and networking! Join RDs in San Antonio this October and see the magic happen. ✨

Visit https://sm.eatright.org/FNCE26SMTK to learn more and register

05/27/2026

05/27/2026

The Bi-State Primary Care Association is hosting a two-part webinar series that will highlight current work in the Food is Medicine space around VT. Presenters from Vermont organizations will share how their initiatives are expanding access to nutritious food, improving health outcomes, and building stronger connections between clinical care and community resources.

VAND has applied for 1 CPEU for each of these webinars. Registration is free of charge. Register at links below or with links in bio!

May 28, 1pm–2pm - 1 CPEU (pending) - Cost: Free - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/9sYdh_MiS8SA_3jkorFogQ #/registration

June 16, 1pm-2pm - 1 CPEU (pending) - Cost: Free - https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/eqVaK6lvQd6StVVan85ozQ #/registration

05/19/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us last week for our CEU and annual meeting event! We had a great time at with learning about farm practices, caring for cows, and the dairy products they provide for us! We followed it up with a fun evening at to celebrate this year's award winners and enjoy a delicious meal with a beautiful view. We can't wait to do it all again next year! For those that weren't able to join, we hope to see you at other events throughout the year 😊 stay tuned!

05/15/2026

05/14/2026

Congratulations to our 2026 VAND award winners! It was an honor to acknowledge these hard working individuals with awards at our annual meeting last night. Vermont is so fortunate to have such impactful and motivated individuals in our field!
From left to right:
⭐️Karen Newman Award Recipients: Kristin Bigelow-Talbert and Jamie Rainville
⭐️Emerging Dietetic Leader Recipient: Bree McAlister
⭐️Recognized Young Dietitian Recipient: Abby Malle
⭐️Outstanding Dietetic Student Recipient: Christina Hall
⭐️Outstanding Dietitian of the Year Recipient: Jackie Charnley
⭐️Recognized Dietetic Technician Recipient: Rachel Lorek

04/17/2026

During celebrate preceptors who have made a positive impact on your education. Submit your story online: sm.eatright.org/PreceptorStories

04/10/2026

Join us on May 13 for our annual meeting and a CEU event!The evening begins at 5:30 with a tour at Rowley Brothers Dairy in Milton, VT. The tour is free, and attendees will earn 1 CEU.

After the tour we’ll head to the nearby Maquam Winery for dinner and the chance to catch up with friends and colleagues. We’ll recognize the recipients of VAND’s annual awards and hold a brief business meeting. Cash bar (VAND members will receive a drink ticket.) This event is free to VAND members, $10 for non-members and guests.

We are grateful to New England Dairy for their generous sponsorship of the evening’s events. Register here or at the link in our bio: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dairy-nutrition-and-sustainability-a-farm-tour-experience-tickets-1986444203085?aff=oddtdtcreator

04/07/2026

One month from today, join us to enjoy a free lunch and a behind the scenes look at how Chef Tim Peters is able to provide over 650 meals daily to employees at 7 BETA sites.
The food program charter is “to feed everyone well- healthy, fresh, no refined sugars- and as local as possible.” The kitchen has rigorously trained staff and is able to accommodate a variety of dietary needs from life threatening allergies, disease-related conditions and food choices. Their philosophy is: “Just Simple Enough to Be Revolutionary”
Organized by the Vermont Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics for registered dietitians. We have applied for 1 CEU for this event.
RSVP before April 30th. Register here or at the link in our bio: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/innovation-served-fresh-food-service-at-beta-technologies-tickets-1986076922539?aff=oddtdtcreator