Roya Firoozi
2022 Commission on Dietetic Registration Diversity Scholarship
Completing a Dietetic Internship at University of Michigan School of Public Health Dietetic Internship
| “This scholarship is very empowering and is going to allow me to represent the Middle eastern community and give them a platform in the field of Dietetics!” |
How did you learn about the availability of the Foundation scholarship that you received?
I heard this opportunity through the University of Michigan School of Public Health.
What motivated you to apply for a Foundation Scholarship?
The reason I applied to this scholarship is that it's going to give me more access to resources that can help me advance in the field of Dietetics and help me reach my academic goals.
How will the scholarship funds help support your continued success within your educational program?
I want to help people with their nutritional needs, and I felt that there were financial barriers to me reaching that goal. I feel like this scholarship is helping me lift some of the barriers on my way to becoming a registered dietitian so hopefully, I can achieve my goal!
What advice do you have for your colleagues about seeking out and applying for Foundation funding opportunities?
Don't be scared of applying to the scholarships and know that you have a place and an opportunity within the Academy Foundation.
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