Hello

I did it. I passed my RD exam, becoming the licensed health professional I've sought to be. It was for me a long and trying journey with many ups and downs. From college, to getting accepted into an internship, to being responsible for securing all 5 preceptors for my rotations without any prior local connections. Yes it was a challenge, yet I persevered. I would like to highlight what's drawn me to this field, things that have helped me reach my goals, where challenges lie ahead and my goals for the future. Since I was 16, I've been passionate about healthy eating and nutrition. It all started from listening to a Registered Dietitian on the radio who listed scientifically-backed benefits of various fruits, vegetables and other wholesome foods. As I looked more into the research behind sound nutrition, I became convinced of the field's importance and was eager to play my part in it. This led me to seek out colleges offering nutrition programs. When my mom mentioned SU