Destination Dentistry invites prospective students to WVU

The West Virginia University School of Dentistry invites pre-dental college students to visit campus for Destination Dentistry on Saturday, April 12, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Destination Dentistry is a full-day open house at the WVU Health Sciences Center that provides prospective students with the opportunity to experience a day as a student in the Doctor of Dental Surgery program.

Online registration is currently open. Attendance is free and limited to 40 participants to ensure personalized attention and to closely mimic the size of a typical DDS cohort at WVU.

"Dentistry is an amazing profession, and the WVU School of Dentistry is uniquely positioned to provide students with a comprehensive learning experience that enables them to develop into highly skilled, compassionate and community-oriented dental clinicians,” Dr. Jonathan Abraham, interim associate dean of dental admissions, recruitment and access, said. “We're excited to open our doors and give prospective students a glimpse into what it takes and what it's like to be one of our student-dentists. Let's Go!"

Throughout the day, attendees will have the opportunity to learn about the academic program, patient care experiences, career opportunities, admissions requirements and the application process. They will also participate in hands-on activities in the school’s dedicated dental student simulation lab and visit the state-of-the-art, interprofessional Simulation Training and Education for Patient Safety (STEPS) Center. Attendees will engage with current students and expert faculty in each session.

For additional information or questions, please contact Department of Dental Admissions, Recruitment and Access Program Specialist Chasity Antonk.

About the WVU School of Dentistry

The West Virginia University School of Dentistry fosters an exemplary learning environment that is supported by excellence in education, patient care and research. Accredited by the Commission on Dental Accreditation, the school offers a Doctor of Dental Surgery, a Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene, four advanced education programs and three residency programs. For more information about the WVU School of Dentistry, visit dentistry.wvu.edu.

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