60 Minute Seminar

Educational Programs, Workshops, Seminars, New Idea Session, and Small Group Discussions

TL-004 - Exploring Student-run Peer Mentorship Programs in North American Dental Schools

Presenter(s)

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  Clara Bajzek, B.S., M.S.

  University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry
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  Karen Homsi, B.A., B.S.

  University of Illinois at Chicago College of Dentistry
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  Adam Parikh, B.S.

  Midwestern University College of Dental Medicine-Illinois
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  Jiayin (Julie) Tan, B.S.

  University of Texas School of Dentistry at Houston
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  Brandi Herron

  Indiana University School of Dentistry
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  Cory Kappesser
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  Harjot Sandhu

  University of Michigan School of Dentistry

Target Audience: Student

Learning Focus: Teaching and Learning

Section/SIG: Academic Affairs, Anatomical Sciences

Mentorship at any career level provides essential technical and emotional support critical for professional success. This student-run session explores the development and implementation of peer mentorship programs in dental schools across North America. Such programs allow for problem-focused tutoring sessions tailored to the individual student’s needs and encourage increased collaboration among dental students. By sharing their insights, student mentors can form a bond with their mentees that lasts well into their professional careers. With this vision in mind, student presenters discuss the value of a peer mentorship program and the indelible impact it has on dental students.

Learning Objectives:

• Recognize the value of student-run peer mentorship programs and their impact on the educational experience.
• Gain tools and strategies that will allow them to implement a formal peer mentoring program at their home institution.
• Develop and collaborate with a network of peers from across North America for advice and support when implementing a formal peer-mentorship program.