Events & Activities

Orientation & Onboarding

The Office of Organizational Wellness and Engagement provides programming during orientation and other onboarding activities to help students transition successfully into dental school. These sessions introduce students to available wellness resources, academic support, and community-building opportunities.

Dental Residency Application Assistance

We offer individualized guidance to support students pursuing dental residencies and specialty careers. Services include one-on-one counseling focused on CV development, personal statement preparation, and strategies to help students stand out in competitive application processes. Students may also participate in mock interviews and receive specialty-specific guidance to help them achieve their professional goals.

Mindful Mondays & Wellness Wednesdays

Once each month, students are invited to participate in relaxing, stress-reducing activities designed to promote balance and community. Past activities have included bracelet making, pumpkin painting, crochet, creative arts, and collaborations with student organizations to encourage connection and well-being.

Wellness Week

Each year we host a week-long celebration dedicated to wellness and community engagement. Activities may include:

  • World Kindness events
  • Medicinal tea tastings
  • Therapy dog visits
  • Self-care packages and wellness resources
  • Nutritious snacks and healthy food options
  • Wellness education and stress-management tips

Welcome Back Events

Following major academic breaks, Organizational Wellness and Engagement welcomes students back to campus with small appreciation events, often featuring special treats and wellness resources to help ease the transition back into coursework.

Student Organization Collaborations

We partner with student organizations and class leadership to plan wellness initiatives, educational events, and community-building programs that support student engagement and belonging across the school.

Faculty & Staff Retreat

Our office coordinates the schoolwide faculty and staff retreat, which includes professional development sessions, institutional updates, award recognitions, wellness activities, and opportunities for colleagues to connect and strengthen community.

Awareness Month Programming

Throughout the year, the Office of Organizational Wellness and Engagement hosts programs aligned with national awareness campaigns that promote health, wellness, and inclusive patient care.

Mental Wellness Month
Programs and educational resources focused on mental health awareness, stress management, and resilience.

National Children’s Dental Health Month
Activities and educational initiatives that highlight the importance of pediatric oral health and preventive dental care.

Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
Seminars and discussions focused on providing compassionate and effective dental care for patients with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

National Sleep Awareness Month
Educational sessions on sleep hygiene, the relationship between sleep and academic performance, and implications for patient health.

National Wellness Month
A variety of wellness initiatives designed to encourage healthy habits and holistic well-being.

Other Awareness Initiatives
Additional programming throughout the year addresses topics such as stress management, physical fitness, and other aspects of personal and professional wellness.