Student Leaders

2024 - 2025 Student Board Representatives:

Stephanie Du

University of Washington

   

Stephanie is a Masters student in the Graduate Coordinated Program in Dietetics at the University of Washington. Born in the US and raised in China, Stephanie hopes to use her multicultural experiences and apply it to her future career in dietetics. Her areas of interest include Food as Medicine, advancing DEI in the nutrition space, and applying concepts from Chinese medicine to clinical practice. Outside school, Stephanie enjoys cooking/baking for friends and painting memes.

 

 

Maria Lazo

Central Washington University

Maria Lazo is a first-generation student raised in Mattawa, Washington. She is an undergrad student at CWU, pursuing her bachelor's in food science and nutrition and minoring in public health. Her goals with her degree are to become a future RDN working in the clinical setting. There are many areas of nutrition that really interest her. Maria hopes to make an impact on a client's life one day with her expertise.

Jessica Lovell

Washington State University

Jessica is from Battle Lake, Minnesota and is a current student in the Master of Science Coordinated Program in Dietetics at Washington State University. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Food Sciences at Colorado State University in 2020. After graduating, she plans to become a Sports Dietitian. Her hobbies include adventuring in nature with her husband and two dogs, racing in endurance sports, hiking, water skiing, and spending time with family.

WSAND President

Washington State Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics

Welcome, members!

The 2024-2025 year presents various opportunities for you to engage and feel proud to be member of the WA Academy. As your President, I’m honored to serve you, and here to listen, learn, and collaborate with the board to meet your expectations. Tell us what you think - we want to hear from you!

Marissa Beck (2024-25 Washington State President)