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FREE CPEU: Beyond the Headlines: Navigating Dairy Foods in the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / May 29, 2026

Join nutrition experts Tom Brenna, PhD, and Toby Amidor, MS, RD, CDN, for an engaging discussion on key updates in the latest DGA, their implications for nutrition practice, and how…

Virtual Lunch and Learn- Caring Through Culture: Hmong Eating Practices

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / May 29, 2026

Join us for a Virtual Lunch & Learn presented by Maita Lee August 4th from 12:00–1:00 PM Get Your Tickets Here Caring Through Culture: Hmong Eating Practices This presentation will…

Letter from President- Building Connections

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / May 29, 2026

Letter From Shelly Brandenburger, PhD, RD, LN, DC, FIAMA  MAND President 2026–2027 I’m honored and excited to begin my term as your MAND President. My career in healthcare and higher…

Renew Your Membership by May 31, 2026!

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / May 26, 2026

Renew Your Membership! Now is the time to renew your membership in the Academy and MAND! By renewing today, you will ensure uninterrupted access to your Academy/MAND member benefits. You can…

Announcing Our 2026 MAND Annual Award Winners!

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / April 10, 2026

MAND Outstanding Preceptor Award: Andrew Akhaphong “is an outstanding preceptor whose dedication, insight, and passion inspire both students and faculty alike. His commitment to teaching and the profession makes him truly…

Thank You to Our 2026 Annual Conference Exhibitors!

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / April 10, 2026

Thank you to our exhibitors for being an integral part of the 2026 MAND Annual Conference. Your presence helped foster meaningful connections and provided attendees with access to innovative products,…

Join Us for the MAND Public Policy Happy Hour

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / April 9, 2026

Join us for a MAND Public Policy Happy Hour When: June 4, 2026, from 5:30-7:00 at Dock and Paddle Pavilion Register HERE! 🍸 Learn what the Minnesota Academy of Nutrition…

Thank You to Our 2026 Annual Conference Sponsors and In-Kind Donors!

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / April 8, 2026

  Thank you to our 2026 Annual Conference sponsors and in-kind donors for your invaluable support. Because of you, we were able to deliver an engaging and impactful event that…

MAND is Protecting RDN’s Scope of Practice

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / April 1, 2026

Pictured Above: MAND President Stacey Hoffman testified in support of clarifying the scope of practice for licensed nutritionists and dietitians. MAND’s Board Leadership and Public Policy Team, chaired by Emily Heying and Sonja Mydels, continues…

Join the MAND Board Leadership Team

By Jana Dengel, Executive Director / March 11, 2026

Join the 2026–2027 MAND Board and Leadership Team! Do you know a passionate, committed MAND member ready to lead and make a difference? Or are you ready to take the next step…