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ounseling Intensive for Nutri-ion Professionals

August 5, 2005, American Heartssociation, 122 East 42nd St, 18thloor, New York, NY. This is a prac-ical workshop designed to advanceietitians’ behavior change skills. Ob-ectives include learning to under-tand clients and help them tohange, how to promote clients’ sensef control, working with an experi-ental mindset to boost success,

trategies to handle resistance, andsing supervision to continue advanc-

ng your skills. The American Dieteticssociation awards 6 credits for at-

ending this course. Fee: $180 ($195fter July 8 early registration dead-ine); $160 for those who have at-ended AHA Programs in the last 2ears. Breaks and lunch included. Fornformation or application contact

olly Kellog at 215/843-8258 orww.mollykellogg.com.Food and Nutrition Service 2ndational Nutrition EducationonferenceSeptember 12-14, 2005, Hyatt Re-

ency Crystal City, Arlington, VA,ood and Nutrition Service 2nd Na-ional Nutrition Education Confer-nce: Nutrition Connections: People,rograms, Science, Community. ThisS Department of Agriculture confer-

ADA CALENDAR2005 Food & NutritionConference & Expo

October 22-25, St Louis, MO

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nd policymakers, interactive concur-ent sessions, poster sessions, and ex-ibits, all within a healthful meetingnvironment. Continuing Profes-ional Education (CPE) credits fromhe American Dietetic Associationill also be offered. To find out morer register, visit: www.fns.usda.ov/nutritionconference, or contactnfinity Conference Group at icg@nfinityconferences.com or 703/925-455.22nd Annual World Food DayeleconferenceOctober 14, 2005, 12-3PM, “Reflec-

ions on Fighting Hunger: Roads notaken, Goals not Met, the Journeyhead,” features special guest Francesoore Lappe, author of Diet for amall Planet, and is sponsored by theS National Committee for Worldood Day, a coalition of 450 nongovern-ental organizations that includes themerican Dietetic Association. Con-

inuing Professional Education creditsnd study/action packet included. Forrrangements to show the free satelliteive teleconference, contact 202/653-404 or www.worldfooddayusa.org. Forsmall fee, a tape can be ordered after

he broadcast.Weight Management WorkshopOctober 22, 2005, 8AM-2PM, Renais-

ance Grand Headquarter Hotel,t Louis, MO. The Sports, Cardiovas-ular, and Wellness NutritionistsSCAN) and Weight Management di-tetic practice groups are collaborat-ng in cosponsoring a day-long pre-NCE Workshop entitled “Weighingn: Managing Body Weight in Recre-tional and Competitive Athletes.”he workshop will give participantshe opportunity to learn practical in-ormation and hands-on techniques tomprove their skills in counselinghysically active populations witheight-related issues. Aspartame is

he title sponsor of the event. Forore information visit www.scandpg.

rg or contact Lynn Umbreit atumbreit@comcast.net.

International Conference onutrigenomicsDecember 7-9, 2005, Singapore, In-

ernational Life Sciences Institute 1stnternational Conference on Nutri-

enomics: Opportunities in Asia. The

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onference will highlight global sci-ntific development and research inhe area of nutrient-gene interactionsnd how they are influenced by ge-etic diversity, dietary patterns, foodvailability, and choices. The Confer-nce will address the relevance of nu-rigenomics to meet public healtheeds of Asian populations. The 3-dayonference will consist of plenary ses-ions, symposia, poster sessions, andpecial workshops. Further infor-ation on the conference can be ob-

ained through the Web site (www.utrigenomics.ilsi.org) or by contact-

ng Veronita Rusli, MSc, at 65-6352-220 (phone), 65-6352-5536 (fax), orlsi.nutrigenomicsconf@ilsisea.org.sg.

BOUT PEOPLE

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llyn Luros-Elson Wins 2005ood Service Industry Award ofxcellenceEllyn Luros-Elson, RD, founder,

hairman, and chief executive officerf Computrition, Inc, is the 2005 re-ipient of the International Foodser-ice Executives Association (IFSEA)Food Service Industry Award of Ex-ellence.” IFSEA’s Internationaloard of Directors unanimously choseuros-Elson, the first woman to evereceive this prestigious lifetimechievement award, as the 2005ward of Excellence winner becausef her significant contributions as anndustry leader—embodying core or-anizational values such as passion

Deadline for submitting materialfor the People and Events sectionis the first of the month, 3 monthsbefore the date of the issue (eg,May 1 for the August issue).Publication of an educationalevent is not an endorsement by theAssociation of the event of sponsor.Send material to: Ryan Lipscomb,Department Editor, Journal of theAmerican Dietetic Association, 120S. Riverside Plaza, Suite 2000,Chicago, IL 60606; journal@eatright.org; 312/899-4829; or fax,

312/899-4812.

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or education, community service,nd commitment to the success of theoodservice and hospitality industrieshrough the work of Computrition,nc, the leading provider of fully inte-rated foodservice and nutrition man-gement software systems designedo increase efficiency and productivityn the health care, hospitality, univer-ity, school foodservice, military, andorrections industries.Sarah Larson Recognized forxcellence in Women’s HealtheadershipSarah Nordahl Larson, RD, direc-

or of the San Diego State Universityesearch Foundation’s Special Sup-lemental Nutrition Program foromen, Infants, and Children (WIC),as awarded the Helen Rodriguez-rias Award for Excellence in Com-unity-Based Women’s Health Lead-

rship in May 2005. The award wasiven at the California Department ofealth Services’ celebration of Wom-

n’s Health Month. The leadershipward was established to honor theemory of Dr Helen Rodriguez-Trias,founding member of the Californiaomen’s Health Council and an in-

ernationally known advocate foromen’s health. Larson was singledut for this year’s award as an indi-idual who, through her work withIC, has demonstrated community

eadership in promoting women’sealth.Elizabeth Davis Named Fellow

f the American Society for Nutri-ional Sciences

The American Society for Nutri-ional Science named Dr Elizabethavis, RD, former assistant deputydministrator and acting deputy ad-inistrator for Human Nutrition,ood and Social Sciences, Coopera-ive State Research Service, US De-artment of Agriculture, as one of its005 Fellows. Dr Davis has had a pro-uctive and active career as a univer-ity and government scientist. She isest known for her ability to workith small groups of scientists toward

he common goal of increased supportor nutrition research. She succeededn getting funds earmarked for grantso nutritional scientists who used de-eloping technologies to study mech-nisms of nutrient functions. Studiesf vitamin A and essential fatty aidseached new levels of sophisticationecause of her insight and efforts.

bituaries

eannie McKenzie, DrPH, RD,ovember 2003, was the director of

he Office of Fellowship and Awardsor the Pennsylvania State Universityraduate School and a member of themerican Dietetic Association, Cana-ian Dietetic Association, Americaneart Association Council on Epide-iology, and the Society for Nutritionducation. She received a bachelor’segree in Nutrition from the Univer-ity of Manitoba in 1970, with a die-etic internship at Winnipeg Generalospital. McKenzie also worked as a

linical dietitian and lab instructorefore joining the Penn State Depart-ent of Nutritional Sciences.Katherine Wilkos, RD, January

005, was a graduate of Mundeleinollege in Chicago, IL and completeder dietetic internship at Presbyterianospital of Dallas, TX. She worked

ince 1978 as a clinical dietitian at Staul Medical Center in Dallas, TX andas a member of the American, Texas,nd Dallas Dietetic Associations.Shirley Boody Dustrud, RD,pril 2005, was a registered dietitiannd a lifetime member of the Ameri-an Dietetic Association. She pio-eered the concept of providing foodnd weekly classes to lose weighthen she founded Eat Yourself Slim,

nc in Beverly Hills, CA in the 1960s.he also wrote four books and was aeekly columnist on diet and nutri-

ion for Copley News Service for 21ears.Ruth Bendinger, March 2005,as a member of the Florida, Ala-ama, and Auburn District Dieteticssociations. She graduated from the

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niversity of Miami with a degree inome Economics and also earned aachelor’s degree in Nutrition atlorida International University. Sheorked for the Miami-Dade Countyealth Department until she retired

n 1999.

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Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo

Notice of the 2005 Food & Nu-trition Conference & Expo(FNCE) Member Meeting of theAmerican Dietetic Association

Notice is hereby given that, pur-suant to the Board of Directors,the annual meeting of memberswill convene during the MemberShowcase session at the Associa-tion’s Food & Nutrition Conference& Expo at 9:45AM on Monday, Oc-tober 24, 2005 at the RenaissanceGrand Headquarter Hotel in StLouis, MO. Full registration formembers is $299 on or before Sep-tember 14, 2005 or $349 after Sep-tember 14, 2005.

Rebecca S. Reeves, DrPH, RD,FADA

President, American Dietetic As-sociation

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