Scholarship

The Greater Spokane Dietetics Association is pleased to announce the opportunity for a $500 scholarship for eligible Washington State University and Central Washington University students. The funds available are to assist a student who is pursuing a career in dietetics.

 Scholarship criteria include:

1.) Student must be currently enrolled in an ACEND accredited dietetics program (DPD, DI, or CP)
2.) Student must be in their senior year by fall 2026
3.) Current GSDA member

*Preference will be given to students active in GSDA  

Application Materials

1) Student's resume.
2) In 500 words or less (cumulatively), applicants will answer both of the following questions:
• What is it that made you want to become a Registered Dietitian and what do you hope to contribute to the profession?
• If you could be any specific macronutrient or micronutrient, what would you be and why? 

Application information
Email questions and complete application to:
Greater Spokane Dietetics Association (GSDA) 509nutrition@gmail.com
Please send applications as noted below
PDF format § Subject Line: 2026 GSDA Scholarship (insert last name) § Attach student resume (PDF) with address, phone, email § Program coordinator’s name, phone, email; Photo to be used on GSDA website & social meida to announce winner 

Deadline for application receipt is March 1st, 2026

For further questions, please contact: Carolyn Negley 

Scholarship recipient will be notified by March 15th, 2026