Scholarship Winners
We proudly recognize the recipients of the Rausch-Lewis Scholarship and the Jeanette Rowe Memorial Scholarship, two distinguished awards that honor exceptional achievement in nutrition and dietetics. These scholarships are made possible by the generosity of donors who support student success and academic excellence within our department.
The Jeanette Rowe Memorial Scholarship is awarded through the Beta Rho Chapter of Phi Upsilon Omicron (Phi U) National Honor Society. Phi U recognizes students in the field of Family and Consumer Sciences that are in the top 35% of their class, exhibit potential for professional and community leadership, demonstrate a spirit of service, and exemplify character through personal integrity and professional attitude.
Tabitha Butikofer, BS
Tabitha, a Blackfoot, Idaho native, recently graduated with a B.S. in Dietetics from Idaho State University and will return in the fall to pursue a Master’s in Nutrition. A former competitive cheerleader, she developed a passion for performance nutrition and aspires to become a Sports Dietitian. During her time at ISU, she was actively involved in student organizations and enjoyed collaborating with peers who share her enthusiasm for health and wellness. In her free time, she enjoys cheerleading, dancing, traveling, spending time with loved ones, and all things food and nutrition.
Chloe Quezada
Chloe is originally from Bend, OR and is on track to graduate with her BS in Dietetics in Spring 2026. Her passions include cooking, gardening and spending time with family. She has always enjoyed the world of nutrition and dietetics and is excited to contribute to the community.
Congratulations!
We are honored to recognize this year’s scholarship winners for their exceptional academic performance and passion for advancing the field of dietetics. Your accomplishments continue the inspiring legacy of Jeannette Rowe.
Not pictured: Scholarship recipients Eunice Bivins and Ryan Rubio.
The Rausch-Lewis Scholarship is funded by Diane and Robert Lewis. Undergraduate students with a major in Dietetics or graduate students in the MS Nutrition/Dietetic Internship are eligible to apply. Applicants must have a minimum GPA of 2.0, with preference going to students with a 3.5 GPA or higher. Applicants must be involved in community activities relating to nutrition, as well as demonstrate outstanding accomplishments and character. The Rausch-Lewis Scholarship was not funded in 2025 due to lack of funds