Students

Mentorship Program

Mentor programs in the dental profession are an integral part of the professional continuum. Mentor/Mentee relationships provide a structure for gathering opinions, providing guidance and support, obtaining answers to questions and strengthening the professional bonds. With the support from a dedicated dentist, you can be more successful as a student and as a member of the dental profession.

Student Fall Festival

Each August, all dental students, and their families are invited to a back-to-school picnic at the ODA office. The event is complete with food and fun for the entire family. Students are also eligible to win one of the many door prizes donated by our Membership Council members. 

ADA New Dentist Conference

Each year, the ADA holds a New Dentist Conference in different locations around the country. This is an exciting and useful conference for all new dentists, but many cannot afford to go. The ODA offers two $1,000 stipends each year so members can attend. One is always reserved for a graduating DSIV student. 

OUCOD Scientific Award

Each year, the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry holds an annual Scientific Day where dental students, dental hygiene students, and residents present findings from their research projects or new and innovative clinical techniques.

The ODA provides a $300 award to one of the participants each year that helps offset their expenses when traveling to present their project at the ADA Annual Meeting. OUCOD’s students participate in many of ODA’s other programs such as the Oklahoma Mission of Mercy and Dentist Day at the Capitol.

The ODA also provides lunch and other support during the annual student “Pizza & Politics” seminar. 

DentFest

ASDA invites multiple companies that are dental-specific to this annual event. The ODA participates and distributes information about ODA membership and programs, as well as donates door prizes to assist in the event’s success. 

Progressive Office Tour

The Progressive Office Tour is a free evening for the University of Oklahoma College of Dentistry students to see the latest and greatest dental technology in their own backyard. Students will be sent in one of three groups going to either Norman, Edmond or Oklahoma City dental offices for an opportunity to tour the office, learn about different specialties and hear what ODA membership is all about.