On Tuesday, June 4, five students were honored with awards from local and national organizations. A special recognition dinner was held at Bobcat Bonnie’s in Detroit. Representatives from the organizations issuing the awards attended the event, as well as school administrators. It was a wonderful evening celebrating the leadership and success of our students!
Award recipients are as follows:
Lena Akkad, Dental Class of 2020
American College of Dentists Michigan Section Outstanding Leadership Award
Lena was nominated for this award by her classmates for outstanding leadership. Lena serves as a Class Representative for the Class of 2020.
Adam Hadsell, Dental Class of 2020
American Student Dental Association Award of Excellence
Adam was chosen for this award based on a demonstration of leadership as president of the Detroit Mercy Dental ASDA chapter for the 2018-2019 academic year.
Elizabeth Macchione, Dental Class of 2020
Pierre Fauchard Academy Scholarship
Elizabeth was selected for this award based on a demonstration of leadership and academic achievements.
Nikolina Milidrag, Dental Class of 2020
Detroit District Dental Society Recognition of Excellence in Patient Care
Nikolina was selected for this award based on achievements in clinic.
Jonathan Toma, Dental Class of 2022
American Dental Association / DENTSPLY Student Clinician Research Program Recognition
Jonathan was chosen for this award based on his dedication to research at Detroit Mercy Dental.