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New Semester, New Stories from UND Nutrition & Dietetics

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In its latest alumni and friends e-news, the Department of Nutrition & Dietetics is excited to share its top stories, highlighting the impact of its programs, research, and community initiatives. 💌 Alumni: Stay in the loop! If you aren’t receiving these updates, make sure your contact information is current. Update your info here: UND Alumni Update Your Information […]

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Poster submissions welcome for UND’s Disability Awareness Day 2026

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The call for poster submissions for the 2026 UND Disability Awareness Day event is now open. Next year’s Disability Awareness Day will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the UND Memorial Union Ballroom on Monday, March 16, 2026. This annual event highlights our university’s collective commitment to inclusion, accessibility, innovation, and disability awareness across the University […]

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Food as Medicine: A Renewed Focus for Nutrition & Dietetics at UND

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The Department of Nutrition & Dietetics at the University of North Dakota is excited to announce Food as Medicine as its new area of focus. This approach emphasizes the role of nutrition in preventing chronic disease, supporting recovery, and promoting overall health. By integrating Food as Medicine into the curriculum, research, and community partnerships, the […]

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Research Spotlight: Improving Healthcare Never Gets Old

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Editor’s Note: This story is part of the Department of Nutrition & Dietetics newsletter. The University of North Dakota Department of Nutrition and Dietetics believes that supporting older adults isn’t just a responsibility—it’s a privilege. Their faculty members have been hard at work as part of the Geriatric Wellness Enhancement Program, a multimillion-dollar initiative aimed […]

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Nourish to Serve — Food as Medicine for All

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Presenter Dr. Nathaniel Johnson stands on a stage

Editor’s Note: This story is part of the Department of Nutrition & Dietetics newsletter, highlighting how UND is putting its ‘Food as Medicine’ focus into action.  Every can of soup, every box of pasta, and every bag of rice carries a message of care. For students at UND, that message is simple yet profound: you belong […]

Reflecting on a Year of Community and Impact

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As we wrap up 2025, we’re taking a moment to reflect on a year marked by growth, momentum, and meaningful impact across the University of North Dakota College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines. From program expansion and new opportunities for students to continued engagement in research, scholarship, and service, 2025 has been a year of […]

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CNPD 2025 Highlights

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Each year, the College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines (CNPD) celebrates the accomplishments of our faculty, students, staff, and alumni who advance learning, research, and service across North Dakota and beyond. From impactful research and innovative teaching to community engagement and national recognition, 2025 was another year that reflected the strength and dedication of our […]

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Reimagining the Dakota Conference on Rural Health

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As it has done for more than 40 years, conference will share strategies for building and sustaining healthy communities in North Dakota The Dakota Conference on Rural Health, which has been a mainstay in North Dakota for over 40 years, has seen different iterations over its four decades. In 2026, the summer conference is being reimagined. […]

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Pack the Pantry Campus Challenge returns February 19-March 5

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Now Registering Teams for 2026 Register your team! It’s back! The UND College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines is bringing back the Pack the Pantry Campus Challenge, a friendly campus-wide competition to support UND’s Food for Thought Food Pantry. Sign your team up for the Challenge running from February 19 to March 5. Teams across […]

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CNPD Research News | November – December 2025

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Recent Research & Scholarship Activities Reported activities can also be found on the CNPD Publication & Scholarly Work Website Reported as of November 24, 2025 Congratulations! Barbara Kitko had a presentation, “Ethical Considerations in Trauma-Informed Care” for ND Long-Term Care Association, which was delivered at the North Dakota Long-Term Care Association Fall Conference. The presentation […]