Student Organizations
American Student Dental
Association
The local ASDA chapter at MCG was organized in 1970. ASDA is the recognized
student affiliate of the American Dental Association. The ASDA councils form the
student government in the dental school and organize student events such as
Clinic Day, Sports Day, Annual Holiday Charity Ball to benefit “Give Kids a
Smile”, Welcome Back Dinner, various fundraisers and receptions. ASDA also
informs students of events, benefits and responsibilities in organized dentistry
on the local, state and national level. Membership is open to all dental
students and recent dental school graduates involved in dental specialty
programs at MCG. ASDA membership allows students concurrent acceptance into the
Georgia Dental Association on a non-dues-paying basis.
Student National Dental
Association
The Student National Dental Association, a student chapter of the National
Dental Association, was incorporated in 1972 to encourage minority dental
students in their endeavors of a dental career. At MCG, the SNDA's main concern
is helping members make the adjustments needed to thrive in dental school and
ensure matriculation. Through study/help groups, open discussions and social
events, SNDA members support each other's mental health and academic success.
The group also recognizes the need for awareness of good oral health care in the
community. Through the organization's "impression" recruitment program, Paine
College mentorship programs, the Georgia Dental Healthcare Outreach program, and
other community and volunteer services, the SNDA at MCG serves the mission of
the national association and MCG's dental community.