In This Issue:
Page 01: Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award
Page 01: Presidents’ Series
Page 02: Dr. Elannor J. Bushee
Page 02: Bushee Award Recipients
Page 03-04: Archives
Page 04: Contact
Author: IAM STAFF
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EXTENDED: Nominations are open for the 2021 AAWD Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award!
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**DEADLINE EXTENDED**
Nominations are now open for the AAWD 2021 Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award. In honor of Dr. Lucy Hobbs Taylor, the first woman to earn a doctorate in dentistry, the American Association of Women Dentists has presented the Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award for many years to an AAWD member who:
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- Is a willing example of a true professional and one who has a record of accomplishment in one or more areas of dentistry [for example, clinical dentistry (including fields of specialization), organized dentistry, academia, government, anthropology, archeology, philanthropy (includes community involvement), and consulting (for example, to the insurance industry)].
- Has a record of at least 10 years membership in AAWD to include current membership, as verified by AAWD. (The AAWD membership must be stated on the resumé or CV with the exact years being claimed. AAWD Board of Directors are not eligible for the LHT Award unless it has been two years since they served on the AAWD Board of Directors.)
- Has had a career as a licensed dentist for at least 20 years as stated on the resumé/CV to include jurisdiction and the exact years being claimed.
- Has a record of mentoring women dentists and/or service to organizations that further the cause of women in dentistry.
The Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award is the highest award given by our organization. This award will be presented during the AAWD’s Annual Conference in 2022. Please click on the link below to see instructions for nominating an outstanding candidate and submit all your paperwork to the National Office by June 30, 2021.
If you have any questions, please email awards@aawd.org or call the national office at (800)920-2293.
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The Chronicle, March 2021 Edition 4
In This Issue:
Page 01: Honoring Dr. Eleanor J. Bushee
Page 01: Presidents’ Series
Page 02: Dr. Eleanor J. Bushee (Cont).
Page 02: Bushee Award Recipients
Page 03-04: Archives
Page 04: Contact
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Announcing new International Membership Type!
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AAWD Bylaw Amendments Are Approved – Introducing the New International Membership Option!
The Board of Directors recently met to discuss the organization’s strategic plan and to set goals for the future success of this dynamic group of professional women. The Board concluded that amendments to AAWD’s Bylaws are highly recommended in order to differentiate between the Affiliate and International memberships and their separate roles. As an AAWD member in good standing, you unanimously voted YES to amend Article V, Section 2 B, of AAWD’s Bylaws.
The new International Membership type is available to new members for the cost of $20.00 USD!
Click here to learn more about international membership and our other levels.
If you have any questions about membership, please send an email to membership@aawd.org.
With the revised article, there are now two separate membership types: an International Membership and an Affiliate Membership.
International: Any licensed dentist outside the US or Canada may be elected into International Membership. This member shall have all the privileges and responsibilities of an Active Member, except those of voting and holding office. Such International members may be represented in special categories or committees that are established from time to time by the Board of Directors.
Affiliate: Any person who is supportive of the goals of the Association may be elected into Affiliate Membership. This member shall have all the privileges and responsibilities of an Active Member, except those of voting and holding office. Such Affiliate members may be represented in special categories or committees that are established from time to time by the Board of Directors.
Click here to learn more about international membership and our other levels. If you have any questions about membership, please send an email to membership@aawd.org.
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The Chronicle, March 2021 Edition 3
In This Issue:
Page 01: Women’s History Month
Page 01-02: Presidents’ Series
Page 03: From the Archives
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March 2, 2021 – Register for Juno’s educational webinar on student loans, refinancing, and more!
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Hey Lady Dentist,
AAWD is proud to partner with Juno on the upcoming workshop about the current state of student loans and understanding the finer details of student loan options.
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Juno is an organization that helps folks nationwide in getting lower interest rates on those looking to take out new student loans as well as those who look to refinance their existing loans. Since Juno’s inception, they have assisted thousands of folks through this process and save members over 40 million dollars to this point.
Juno is a completely free resource with no obligations who believes in strength in numbers. In this joint presentation we will discuss the finer details of student loans, items you should be looking out for, the current state of affairs in student loans, and if refinancing/taking a loan makes sense for you.
If you ever have any questions, please feel free to reach out to them directly: Nick Talamelli
Learn more about the partnership between AAWD and Juno.
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The Chronicle, February 2021 Edition 2
In This Issue:
Page 01: AAWD Honors Black History Month
Page 02: Presidents’ Series
Page 03: From the Archives
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The Chronicle, February 2021 Edition 1
In This Issue:
Page 01: President’s Message
Page 02: President’s Series
Page 03: From the Archives
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2021 Eleanor J. Bushee Senior Dental Student Awards Nominations Open!
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The American Association of Women Dentists presents the Eleanor J. Bushee Senior Dental Student Award each year to honor senior dental students who have achieved academic excellence and have demonstrated outstanding leadership. We have attached an Eleanor Bushee Senior Dental Student Award application. Information, guidelines, and the deadline date are listed below.
Dr. Bushee graduated from Northwestern Dental School in 1944. After 15 years in private practice, she entered the academic world. She attained the position of Professor of Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics as well as Assistant Dean for Administration at Southern Illinois University of Dental Medicine. Dr. Bushee was an accomplished author and lecturer. She lived her life with verve and style. The recipient of this award should demonstrate enthusiasm in her career in dentistry and in her life as a colleague, friend and mentor.
An advisor or dean may recommend one senior dental student from each school to student receive the award. Please allow two to three weeks from the nomination deadline for the certificate to arrive by mail. This award will be accompanied by a one-year complimentary membership in the American Association of Women Dentists.
The deadline for return of materials is March 15, 2021. Please email materials to awards@aawd.org or fax to 850-484-8762.
Thank you in advance for nominating an outstanding senior dental student for this honor and award!
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Announcing New Local Chapter in North Carolina!
Hello Ladies!
The American Association of Women Dentists (AAWD) is excited to announce the new local chapter in North Carolina! I am so excited to work together for years to come. For those who don’t know me, I’m Lauren Massey-Williams. I graduated from the University of Kentucky College of Dentistry of 2009. For about 7 years I practiced in Texas in just about every avenue of dentistry–public health, corporate offices and private practice. In 2018, I relocated to Shelby, NC to be closer to my family (my dad is from Charlotte) and my sister who lives in North Florida and joined a large, all female group practice. I started in dentistry in public health as a National Health Care Service Corps Scholarship recipient, so my primary focus in dentistry has always been in helping the underserved. Through the AAWD”s Smiles for Success program, I hope to increase the amount of dentistry we, as women, are able to give to those who truly need us. In addition to being president of this chapter of AAWD, I sit on the communications council for the Academy of General Dentistry, am an ambassador to the NHSC and serve on my county’s Healthcare Foundation Board. This year from AAWD, our vice president, Jordan Hubbard, and I plan to grow our chapter, develop mentorship programs for female dental students, solicit discounts on dental products for our members, and so much more. Jordan lives in Southern Pines, NC and owns her own practice in Pinehurst, NC. She is a new practice owner and graduated from the University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry in 2017. She is also a member of the Academy of General Dentistry and is working on her fellowship, a member of the Official Mommy Dentists in Business, and a member of the American Dental Association. She cannot wait to meet each of you and grow together.
Finally, one thing I’m very passionate about is supporting women in small business. A friend of mine, Jennifer Snowden, owns the boutique James Ascher in Charleston and has offered us 15 percent off all purchases this season. Her sister and father are both dentists and she wanted me to personally express how much she admires all of our dedication to our careers, families and communities! To shop, click here: https://jamesascher.com/ and use the code TOOTH at checkout to receive your discount.
Please be safe as we start 2021, and do not hesitate to reach out to either of us at any time with ideas you may have for our chapter, questions you may be coming up with, or even just to say, “Hey!”
Warm Wishes,
Lauren Massey Williams, DMD