Message from the President

Dear Alumni and Alumnae,

UMDAA is committed to being the voice of our University of Manitoba dental graduate community. As an UMDAA Member, you are part of an association that brings former students together to maintain a connection with the University of Manitoba and fellow dental graduates. Our goal is to inspire, engage and support alumni and students through compelling and meaningful opportunities to strengthen and grow the group of proud university ambassadors and be part of a global community of influencers.

UMDAA can help current and future students by providing scholarships, mentoring, fundraising and be a resource to connect to the greater UM Alumni community.

We are kicking off our membership drive and need your support more than ever before. Giving back to UMDAA is a great way to keep the legacy going and ensure that future generations of students have the opportunity to pursue quality higher education and connect to dental colleagues who can support your growth in your career as a dental professional.

Your continued commitment to the UMDAA enables us to accomplish the following initiatives:

• Support the Dr. John Graham Memorial Scholarship through donations
• Fund the UMDAA Emergency Care Fund at the Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry
• Host annual Alumni of Distinction Events
• Support mentorship activities – UMDAA hockey and soccer events
• Advocate for educational excellence for dental students
• Work with key stakeholders for the advancement of the profession of Dentistry in Manitoba.

Our members who serve on the Board of the Manitoba Dental Association, College of Dentistry Faculty Council, and Board of other national dental bodies continue to advocate for the interest of Members in private practice and educational excellence for dental students during these unprecedented times.

Membership renewal and donations can be made on our website: www.umdaa.ca
Thank you again for your commitment and partnership. UMDAA is strong because of you.

Best regards,

Nancy

Nancy Auyeung BSc(Dent), DMD
President, UMDAA