Following retirement from ARAMARK, Barbara was contacted by the Community College of Philadelphia and was asked if she could come out of retirement to teach Nutrition classes at the college. That was in 2003 and she continues to teach today. Barbara recieved her B.S. Science Degree in Home Economics from the West Virginia University located in Morgantown, WV. Additionally, she recieved her Masters of Science degree in Consulting from the University of Bridgeport located in Bridgeport, CT. While in retirement, Barbara recieved a certificate in Weight Management / Adult Weight from the American Dietetic Association. Barbara has written a number of articles, which have been published in nutrition publications.

Memberships include the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. and local affiliation with the Beta Delta chapter of Zeta Phi Beta.

She has been invited as a guest on the Hopi Indian radio talk show “House Calls” by the Doctor that hosts a call in the talk show.This program educates Hopi and Navajo people on living healthy lives in their community.

Prior to moving to Arizona, Erica worked in several volunteer and part-time positions in community health with elderly and youth in Denver, CO.

There are three easy ways for attendees to register for the 2011 Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo — online, by fax or by mail. Exhibitors, please visit the For Exhibitors section or use the link in your Exhibitor Service Manual to register for FNCE.

Submit your registration information online — your preferences will be saved and you can update your selections at any time.
Or download, print and fill out the Advanced Registration Form. Mail to ADA FNCE c/o CompuSystems Inc., P.O. Box 6271, Broadview, IL 60155-6271 or fax to 708/344-4444 to complete your reservation.

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Talking Points for Discussing FNCE with your Employer

Would you like to join the growing group of ADA members who have been able to learn to apply updated skills, education and cutting-edge research to improve practice and performance in their workplace through ADA’s FNCE? Here are six steps to help you discuss and obtain professional and financial support from your employer for this excellent opportunity to broaden your skills.

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Hotel and Travel

Making your travel arrangements for FNCE? Booking reservations is now easier thanks to the ADA Travel Desk and a new partnership with American Express Business Travel. You can find, purchase and manage your travel and business services through an innovative online booking tool: aXiom® — American Express Intelligent Online Marketplace. It’s your personal online travel assistant!

For San Diego accommodations, get a discounted rate by selecting one of the official FNCE hotels through housing partner onPeak. Booking through the official housing block ensures you pay the lowest price and get the best service. Reservation deadline is August 26.

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The Call for Abstracts for the 2012 (ADA) Food & Nutrition Conference & Expo (FNCE) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, October 6-9, 2012, will open January 3 and close February 23, 2012. Abstracts on research and project or program reports will be presented during a Research and Practice Innovations session or poster session at FNCE.

About Abstracts

An abstract is a brief, written summary (no more than 250 words) of the specific ideas or concepts to be presented, and a statement of their relevance to practice or research. The following two types of abstracts are presented:

• Research abstracts include a brief description of the author’s original research methodology, including design, subject characteristics and procedures, major findings, and conclusions or implications for dietetics practice.
• Project or program report abstracts contain information about the need or purpose for such a program, project, or tool development; the theory or previous research upon which it is based, or setting for its use, if appropriate; the unique characteristics of the project, program, or tool; the characteristics of subjects or target audience involved; and the type of evaluation or proposed use for the tool or instrument development.

Abstract Submission Guidelines

• Background Information and Deadline
• Abstract Categories
• ADA Commercialism Policy
• Review Process/Rules for Submission
• Topics
• Awards for Program Participants

NOBIDAN Annual Business Meeting Minutes

Westin Boston Riverfront Hotel

November 7, 2010

Call to Order

The 2010 NOBIDAN Business Meeting was called to order by the Chair, Clara M. Baity at 5:15 p.m.

Introductions

Chair, Clara Baity introduced the NOBIDAN Executive Committee and all members were present:

• Betty Villere Austin- Chair elect
• Rojean Williams- Treasurer
• Michele Lites- Secretary
• Fabiola Gains-immediate Past Chair

Minutes 2009 – Denver

Minutes were read and distributed to the membership by the Secretary, Michele Lites.
Three name corrections were made.

Betty Villere Austin moved the minutes be accepted with the corrections, the motion was seconded by Faye Walker Dixon. Motion carried.

When the membership directory was distributed a suggestion was made that a student directory be compiled and distributed or some online mechanism be available for students to communicate.

Clara paused to introduce a guest and distinguished ADA Board member Evelyn Crayton.

Mrs. Crayton addressed the membership and discussed the following changes within ADA:

• There is a current proposal before the House of Delegates and the ADA Board to consider changing the name of the American Dietetic Association to include the word nutrition.

ADA members will be emailed or surveyed before the vote, but the vote is expected soon.

Member Gladys Jennings, expressed the need to review the name ADA because she suggested that the public may understand better what dietitians do and a name change may improve a registered dietitian’s credibility because it could distinguish us from unregistered nutritionist.

Clara Baity commented that the name NOBIDAN is already very clear and states our purpose because it encompasses both the word nutrition and dietetics.

• The need for more participation and volunteers from NOBIDAN for ADA projects to improve our MIG’s visibility and viability within the organization. She suggested the following areas that members should consider getting involved in:
• Kids Eat Right Campaign (ADA/Foundation program -Focus is to decrease obesity)
• Reviewing Papers
• Media Spokesperson Training
• Diversity and Leadership Trainings
• Leadership Offices within ADA

Mrs. Crayton expressed her wishes that all members of NOBIDAN enjoy and have a productive time at FNCE. She reminded the membership that she represents NOBIDAN and suggested any member with any concerns could contact her.

Clara also mentioned the productive Executive board meeting and explained that NOBIDAN will be working with Dr. Ulric Chung, Executive Director of CADE on the concerns and issues of minority students seeking degrees in the field of dietetics.

The business meeting resumed with the Treasurers report.

Treasurers Report

Was read and submitted by Rojean Williams and a copy will be attached to the minutes.

Rojean reported the financial reports and spreadsheets were very confusing and she would be meeting with Sylvia Brown from ADA for guidance.

The treasurer’s report will also be filled for audit.

NOBIDAN Membership Status

Chair Elect Betty Villere –Austin reported the membership status for the year 2009 and 2010.

2009 Members 315

Active members  204

2010  (As of November 4^th)

Members 304

Active members  178

Students 79

Roniece Weaver was recognized by the Chair and she volunteered to pay  the ADA/NOBIDAN membership fees for 10-15 students so they could become a part of the organization before leaving FNCE.

Only two students requested funding at the time, but Faye Walker Dixon and Andrea McDonald advise other students and suggested they would forward the names of students in their program who have not joined thus far so they could take advantage of Rojean’s generous offer.

Pre-FNCE Workshop- New Beginnings: Strategies for Success

Jo Ann Pegues recapped the events of the Pre-FNCE workshop sponsored by NOBIDAN on Saturday, November 6, 2010.

Program Presenters- Pre-FNCE Workshop

Nikia  Wise -Dance troop coordinator from New York City

Megan Bartlett  from “Up to Us”- Community Action Program (Focus – funding programs to    decrease obesity in underserved communities)

Fabiola Gaines and Roniece Weaver presented “Trail Blazing  Entrepreneurs in Dietetics”.

Jo Ann Pegues and Clara Baity presented- “Climbing the Ladder to ADA Leadership”

Barbara Williams and Alberta Scruggs presented “ Best Practices”

Ellen Coleman-“Nutrition for Optimum Performance”

Mary Lee Chin closed with “Honing Your Skills for Today’s Media”

Student Poster Session (seven students presented)

Jo Ann commented that all in attendance were inspired and enjoyed the day long program which provided 4.5 CEU credits for RD’s.  Jo Ann also discussed the amount of preparation it took to sponsor an event at such a minimal cost to our membership and wished we had more than 30 members in attendance.

One member commented that she had not received any information from NOBIDAN since she joined and Jo Ann suggested that if you  joined a MIG or DPG and have not been contacted individuals should contact ADA via the toll free 800 number and express their concern. The Chair and or the Secretary will be notified so that you may begin to receive information by email.

Nominating Committee Report

Faye Walker Dixon, Chair of the nominating committee introduced the committee members and all were present.

Jo Ann Pegues

Andrea Mc Donald

Faye reported that an October email was sent to the membership to notify everyone of which NOBIDAN officer positions would be vacant and requested any interested members to notify the committee. Three names were submitted.

The nominating committee worked hard to recruit candidates and 12 names were suggested for the ballot.

The contested ballot was submitted to ADA on November 1, 2010 with approved candidates for the following offices:

Chair Elect:

Yvonne Greer

Michele Lites

Secretary:

Erskine Smith

Frances Tyus

Nominating Committee:

Linda Barnes

Sharon Cox

Floristene Johnson

Bernestine Mc Gee

Erica Smith

Marlene Tutt

All approved candidates must submit an online bio and photo, ADA will provide a template.

Voting begins on February 1 through March 1, 2011. If members are nominated on the ADA ballot other names may need to be substituted.

A suggestion was made that NOBIDAN committee consider investigating a policy change to the ADA board so that student members are reflected as active members.

Clara encouraged all candidates to begin developing and compiling their profile now, which should include community activities, leadership experiences and awards they have received.

NOBIDAN needs to submit recommendations of members interested in positions on the ADA ballot by November 15, 2010. The following positions have vacancies:

Nominating Committee, HOD,  BOD,  CDR and CADE.

Clara polled the membership for possible candidates and the following names were suggested:

Alberta Scruggs- ADA Nominating Committee

Lucy Balogun

Nicholas Hines encouraged students to run for the ADA student council and provided his contact information for anyone interested that wanted more information.

Sanique South, student member, suggested NOBIDAN should consider adding a student representative to the Executive  Committee.  Clara said the suggestion has been made in the past and will be considered, but offered a mentee opportunity/position for a student under the Chair and Secretary position.  Sanique responded that she would accept that role under the current secretary.

Membership Showcase-MIG New Recruitment Opportunity

November 8, 2010 10:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Clara requested members volunteer to staff the booth with the Executive Committee to recruit new members.

The following members volunteered:  Vernessa Autry, Lucy Balogun, Bridgette Harvey-Elliott, and Sanique South.

ADA members that joined NOBIDAN during the showcase were provided a Healthy Soul Food Cookbook.  A total of 11 new members joined during the showcase including: Doris Francis, NY, Ronald Mantley, MA, Beverly Thompson, MA, Leslie Haynes, MD, Carolyn Maynard, MD, Lauren Williams, CT.

ADA Honors and Awards

Applications for awards must be submitted to ADA by 3/1/11

Applications for the ADAF Scholarships are due on 2/15/11

All 2010 Award recipients are listed in the Who’s Who section of the FNCE program booklet.

Members agreed that Clara Baity and Gladys Jennings should be nominated by NOBIDAN to receive Medallion Awards.  Jo Ann Pegues , Fabiola Gains , and Andrea McDonald volunteered to coordinate the applications.

Jo Ann Pegues and Erskine Smith encouraged students to apply for ADAF Scholarships and they pointed out several pitfalls to avoid when applying regarding the application process.

Dianne Lightford Benjamin suggested NOBIDAN consider hosting a workshop for students to help them through the process.

Gladys Jennings volunteered to review and or help students prepare any student application.

Mentoring Program

Clara announced that one of her goals is to reestablish a strong mentoring program within NOBIDAN for students and professionals.

Faye Walker Dixon offered to chair the committee. Roniece Weaver, Dianne Lightford Benjamin, and Kamilah Johnson from Dominican University also volunteered to be a part of the committee.

The following students provided their contact information and want a mentor:

Shawntel Green, Rickeya Smith, Keilia Phillips, Ashley Moore, Jasmine Avery, Chelsea Arkadie, Natalie Delahoussaye, Christine Williams, Sanique Smith.

Area Coordinators

Clara requested volunteers for Area Coordinators and she explained some of the duties for the position.

Jill White from Dominican University volunteered

Milla Johnson is interested in coordinating the area near Illinois

Website

Clara announced that the website is not functioning at this time, but we are committed to getting it running again.

Student on the Executive Committee

This topic was discussed during the nominating committee report. Sanique Smith volunteered to be the student mentee to the secretary.

Clara will investigate the process of adding another position to the executive committee.

Diversity Program/Diversity Leaders Program/ADA Cultural Symposium/NOBIDAN –Association Position Committee

NOBIDAN will be recognized along with Dr. Yvonne Bronner  review when the review is published in the ADA Journal on “Addressing Racial and Ethnic Health Disparities”.

Lorna Fuller, NOBIDAN member was selected for the ADA’s 2010 Diversity Leadership Training

Fabiola Gaines is presenting Part I of Cross Cultural Coaching (Culture Symposium) on Tuesday, November 9, 2010. Members were encouraged to attend.

Round Table/Announcements

1. Job Opportunity-Assistant Professor in Clinical Nutrition needed at Bowling Green State University, Ohio.  Application deadline December 1, 2010.
2. Linda Barnes raised concerns about an appropriate venue to host the NOBIDAN Dinner Social during FNCE in San Diego. When making your plans attend FNCE please RSVP for the NOBIDAN events to help the committee choose a venue that can accommodate the appropriate size of our group.

Jo Ann Pegues suggested the dinner maybe a cuisine other than Soul food since there are   few establishments to select from in San Diego.

1. Jo Ann Pegues, Betty Villere-Austin, and Clara Baity will submit a Spotlight Proposal Session featuring the “Up to Us” community program from New York. The group presented this year at the NOBIDAN workshop.  Proposal due on November 15, 2010.

Adjournment   6:55 p.m. 

Betty Austin Villere moved and Roniece Weaver seconded the motion to adjourn.