women in dentistry

Drawing more women to OMFS requires mentors, networking, advocacy

January 29, 2018

U-M symposium examines longstanding gender gap Ann Arbor, Mich., Jan. 29, 2018 -– Better recruitment of female undergraduate and dental students into Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, and better networking and mentoring among those already in the field, were themes that emerged during a two-day symposium last weekend at the University of Michigan. The Women in Oral …

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Symposium focus: How to draw more women to Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

January 16, 2018

Ann Arbor, Mich., Jan. 16, 2018 -– A symposium focused on increasing the number of women in the field of oral and maxillofacial surgery is drawing speakers from around the country to the University of Michigan Friday and Saturday, Jan. 19-20. The event is organized by the School of Dentistry’s Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery/Hospital …

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3 School of Dentistry Women Awarded Scholarships

October 3, 2013

Ann Arbor, MI — October 3, 2013 — Three women pursing their education at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry have been awarded scholarships by the U-M Center for the Education of Women.  The awards, presented during the CEW’s 43rdAnnual Scholarship and Fellowship Program, honor women whose academic plans were temporarily put on hold …

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Sheridan Wins AAWD Award

July 25, 2013

Ann Arbor, MI — July 25, 2013 — A dual-degree student in the final year of her dental education at the University of Michigan School of Dentistry is one of 10 dental students in the nation to be recognized for her achievements by the American Association of Women Dentists (AAWD). Rachel Sheridan was the recipient …

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