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News & Events
Visit this section regularly to keep up with the latest news about eating disorders and The Elisa Project, as well as information about our upcoming programs and events.
Upcoming Events
Get Up and Give! North Texas Giving Day
Wednesday, Sep 8, 2010
On September 8, 2010, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.,The Elisa Project is taking part in Get Up and Give! North Texas Giving Day. On September 8, every donation above $25 will be matched if you donate to us through www.donorbridgetx.org, an online resource to connect donors with nonprofit organizations like us.
Elisa's Ambassadors Kick-Off Event
Thursday, Sep 23, 2010
Join Elisa's Ambassadors, a group of young professionals, that are committed both to supporting the programs and mission of The Elisa Project and to empowering young adults to invest in life-long health and wellness! The group is hosting a Kick-off Event on Thursday, September 23rd, 6:30pm at Villa-O, 4515 Travis Street, Dallas, 75205. Come enjoy a drink and appetizers and learn more about this great organization.
2010 NEDA Annual Conference
Friday, Oct 8, 2010
Make plans now to attend the NEDA Annual Conference at the New York Marriott at the Brooklyn Bridge, October 8-10, 2010.
Elisa's Alliance Fall Event with Dr. Craig Johnson
Thursday, Oct 21, 2010
Please join us for an engaging and informative evening on October 21st at 7:30pm with Dr. Craig Johnson as he discusses, "Why Do They Do it? How Eating Disorders Develop." Dr. Johnson is a nationally recognized eating disorder clinician and speaker. He is currently the Chief Clinical Officer at The Eating Recovery Center in Denver, Colorado and a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at The University of Oklahoma.
Professional Education Event with Dr. Craig Johnson
Friday, Oct 22, 2010
Join Dr. Craig Johnson as he discusses "The Role of Family Therapy in the Treament of Eating Disorders." This event for professionals working in the field of eating disorders will be held at Presbyterian Hospital of Dallas in the Fogelson Forum, October 22nd from 1:30-4:30pm. CEUs will be provided. Dr. Johnson is a nationally recognized eating disorder clinician and speaker. He is currently the Chief Clinical Officer at The Eating Recovery Center in Denver, Colorado and a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at The University of Oklahoma.
6th Annual Life Lessons Luncheon
Friday, Nov 19, 2010
The 6th Annual Life Lessons Luncheon will take place on Friday, November 19, in the Grand Ballroom of the Hilton Anatole. Chairs for the event are Megan and Ryan McManemin, and our speaker will be 2008 Miss America Kirsten Haglund. Make plans now to attend!
Latest News
Aug 24, 2010
Stress of freshman year can trigger eating disorders for some young people
Jul 12, 2010
Sexual abuse survivors have increase of psychiatric disorders
Jun 19, 2010
Body-image distortion predicts onset of unsafe weight-loss behaviors
Jun 07, 2010
Potential genetic factor in eating disorders discovered by MSU researchers
