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Student-Led Outreach

Student Service

Student and Instructor during CURE Scholars outreach eventService is an integral part of the student experience at the University of Maryland School of Dentistry. With approximately 40 student organizations, UMSOD students lead and participate in a wide range of outreach initiatives that promote oral health, support underserved populations, and strengthen communities throughout Maryland.

Through health fairs, oral health education programs, screenings, preventive care initiatives, and service projects, students apply their knowledge and skills in real-world settings while developing leadership, professionalism, and a commitment to service. Students engage with communities in a variety of settings, including schools, churches, community centers, senior living communities, health fairs, and other community-based organizations throughout the state.

Each year, UMSOD students serve hundreds of individuals through community outreach, education, and service initiatives, reflecting the school's commitment to improving oral health and strengthening communities across Maryland.

Outreach Protocols

Community service outreach activities are reviewed and approved though the Office of Clinical Affairs. Any questions related to educational/clinical activities should be directed to Ms. Elyse Markwitz.

For both educational and clinical community service outreach, all forms must be completed and sent to Ms. Elyse Markwitz two to three weeks prior to the outreach event so that it may be reviewed and approved by The Office of Clinical Affairs. For clinical outreach, please provide the completed Sign-In Sheet and Consent form following the event. This is necessary for the event to be covered by our liability policy.

For more information regarding Community Service Events Procedures, please refer to the Clinic Manual.

Educational Community Service Outreach Activities

For all Educational community service outreach activities that do not involve screenings, fluoride varnish, etc. UMSOD Faculty member does not need to oversee the event. The following is needed two weeks prior to the event:

  • Student Education Activities Form PDF
  • Submit the signed form to the Director of Medical Credentialing & Quality Assurance, Ms. Elyse Markwitz and copy the SGA and your class community service chair(s). 
    • A list of student names need to be submitted to Ms. Markwitz prior to the event, stating what the students will be doing at the event
    • Faculty is to notify students if they will NOT be assisting at the event and doing other volunteer task (such as: setting up, etc.)
Clinical Community Service Outreach Activities

For Clinical community service outreach activities and health fairs that involve screenings, fluoride varnish, etc., A faculty member with a current Maryland State Dental License must accompany any community service event which includes patient evaluation, screening, prevention, or treatment. It is not necessary to have a faculty member with you if you are limited to patient instruction or education only. A UMSOD Faculty member must oversee the event. The following is needed two weeks prior to the event for liability Insurance reasons:

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