Contact Our Dietitian

What is a RD?

A Registered Dietitian (RD) is a food and nutrition expert that can provide guidance, counseling, and simple solutions to creating a healthy lifestyle. In a society where nutrition is trending, Dietitians can help separate fact from fad and can translate nutrition science into everyday practical choices.

Meet our Registered Dietitian, Erika Kertz, RD, LD

Erika Kertz is SMU Hospitality's Registered Dietitian. Erika is a graduate of Texas State University, where she completed her BS in Nutrition & Foods with a Dietetics Concentration. She then went on to complete her Dietetic Internship with Baptist Health System in San Antonio, TX. Prior to starting with SMU Hospitality, Erika worked as a Registered Dietitian with K-12 School Districts. Erika works with the culinary team to provide special dietary accommodations to students with food allergies and intolerances, and holds events throughout the year to promote overall health and wellness. She strives to help students gain an understanding of their unique nutrition needs so that they feel empowered to make choices that best fit their goals.

Dietitian Support

  • Nutrition Consultations for:
    • Food Allergies and Intolerances
    • Dietary Preferences
    • Nutrition Related Medical Issues
    • General Healthy Eating
  • Dining Hall Tours
  • Nutrition Education Events & Tabling
  • Cooking Classes

If you have any questions or inquiries, please contact her at dietitian@smu.edu