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Spirit of Giving Students Create 'Operation Backpack' For Newark Kids

Before the pandemic, the RSDM Pediatric Club looked forward to visiting Essex County schools with goodie bags and lessons designed to teach kids about oral health. COVID-19 made in-person visits impossible, but members still found a way to spread the word and support local children during uncertain times. They raised money to purchase and fill backpacks for children at the Elliot Street Elementary School in Newark. LEARN MORE

Staying Connected Donors and Scholars Celebrate Online Fourth-year student Mary Camarano summed up the spirit of this year’s Donor/ Scholar reception, held via Zoom last month. “In a time when everyone is struggling, helping others is the best we can do,’’ said Camarano, who spoke to classmates and donors at the remote ceremony. The event is held every year to give donors and scholarship students a chance to connect. This year, 51 students were announced as scholarship awardees. LEARN MORE

Year-End Message from Dean Feldman Looking Hopefully Toward a New Year

As 2020 draws to a close, I want once again express my deep gratitude to the RSDM community for all you have done to help us overcome the hardships of the year. We have endured throughout a global pandemic while continuing to educate our students and care for thousands of patients, including the most vulnerable among us. You have supported each other and found ways to support communities in Newark and beyond, even when in-person connections weren’t possible. While there are still many challenges to come, a vaccine and expanded testing are on the near horizon. In 2021, it is my wish that we begin a safe return to life as we knew it before COVID-19. Happy holidays to you all,

Looking Back Annual Report for 2019-2020 RSDM's annual report includes a look back at 2019 and the tumultuousness of 2020. With a theme of Discovery, it focuses on research, in addition to news and stories spotlighting academics, patient care, outreach, alumni and giving. You can read it as an online magazine here or in a PDF format here.

Alumni News Employment Listings and Mentorship Opportunities

Share your news for inclusion in an upcoming newsletter at alumni@sdm.rutgers.edu.   Looking to hire at your practice? Submit employment opportunities on the RSDM website here, where alumni and students can connect with employers. Are you looking for a job? View the full list of opportunities outside of RSDM here. You can also advertise the sale of your dental practice via NJDA by submitting your information here. The Care to Share program is an exciting opportunity for recent graduates and students seeking mentors to connect with alumni who want to help guide the next generation of dentists by sharing their skills, knowledge and experience. To sign up go here. Find out how you can share at this RSDM Alumni Association webinar here.

Support RSDM Help Students Facing Hardship During Pandemic

In the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, many RSDM students are struggling. They face transportation problems, housing issues, lost income, food insecurity, health insurance complications and more. To help relieve these strains, dental students have been applying directly to Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS) student emergency funds, which provides immediate support for those facing serious problems. You can help RSDM students in need by donating. Make your contribution to the RBHS Student Emergency Fund specifically to reach our dental students. To give, click here.