Service Learning
As a student in the dental hygiene program, I have the privilege to serve in my community. Each semester I have the opportunity to serve 10 hours in my local communities, and also serve 300 hours of service as a member of AmeriCorps. I feel the hours served are essential in my growth as a student, and in my future as a clinician. These opportunities allow me to give back to the community, but also are a way for me to reach out and get new patients for clinic. It's an incredible way for me to build relationships with patients and be successful in clinic and my requirements. This has also had an impact to my own personal growth.
Community Service reflections
Midvale Health Fair Reflection
My reflection of the success of volunteering at the Midvale Health Fair, and challenges faced.
Noah's Event Center Service Reflection
My experience volunteering at Noah's Event Center.
Mouth Guard Service Reflection
I had the opportunity to serve teens from a group home. I made a mouth guard for an athletic 14 year old girl.
Pre/post clinic Learning experience
Pre clinical learning paper
Prior to starting clinic it was required to observe the 2nd year students in clinic to have a better idea of how the clinic is ran.
Post Clinical Learning Paper
Following observing the 2nd years in clinic, I wrote a reflection on the way observing influenced me.
Pre/Mid Rotation Service Learning
Pre-Rotation Thoughts
During 2nd year of the program I go to different volunteer sites and provide free cleanings for underserved populations.
Mid-Rotation Thoughts
During rotations I wrote a reflection of what I have learned so far from the volunteer hours I have served.