Glenda R. Reardon Student Assistance Fund (Award)

Must be a student majoring in the Department of Exercise and Nutrition Science in the School of Public Health and Health Professions. This fund supports two (2) Clinical Nutrition MS students annually for professional development opportunities and relevant program resources. Students are not able to win this award more than once. Awarded to 2 smart, strong, inspiring, kind-hearted dietetic interns with demonstrated financial need and goals to be a strong leader / preceptor in the field of dietetics.

Glenda was a Dietetic Intern preceptor for the University at Buffalo for many years. She was a registered dietitian and worked for 29 years at the Niagara County Office for the Aging.

She was well-known for her compassion and love of helping senior citizens. Glenda was also very active in the dietetics profession, serving as past president of the WNY Dietetic Association, NYS Aging Services Dietitians, NYS Association of Nutrition & Aging Programs, Meals-on-Wheels of America and many more.

Glenda and her husband, John, had a wonderful relationship with the University at Buffalo, especially the students. They helped countless students as they began their challenging and rewarding journey into the dietetic profession. She lived graciously and courageously, inspiring and teaching countless friends, loved ones and students.