Megan Jacobson

Megan Jacobson is the SDSU Extension Chronic Disease Management Field Specialist and a registered dietitian nutritionist. She has more than ten years of experience helping South Dakotans prevent and manage long term health conditions. Megan is a certified master trainer in the Chronic Disease Self Management Program (CDSMP) and supports the statewide Better Choices, Better Health® South Dakota program. She leads workshops, trains community leaders, and partners with local and state organizations to expand access to chronic disease and wellness programs, especially in rural and underserved areas.

Areas of Expertise

• Chronic disease self‑management education
• Partner development
• Volunteer and lay leader management
• Nutrition and health education
• Project and grant management and reporting

Programs and Services

• Better Choices, Better Health® South Dakota