Congratulations to Shafa Nathani (D24), the new ASDA President
| Congratulations to American Student Dental Association (ASDA) District 1 Trustee Shafa Nathani (D24) from Tufts University School of Dental Medicine for being elected as the 2023-2024 National ASDA President at the Annual Session in Seattle, WA, this past weekend. An excerpt from Shafa’s acceptance speech: “The American Student Dental Association is a national student-run organization that protects and advances the rights, interests, and welfare of dental students. It has been an absolute honor to serve on the board of trustees this past year, and gain insight on the inner workings of ASDA. As part of the strategic planning team, we sat for hours analyzing each and every aspect of ASDA on a national, district, chapter, and member level. This organization has spent over 50 years evolving and adapting to the ever-changing climate of dentistry and dental education. As President, my goal is to keep the lines of communication open and have the voice of ASDA, its members, as the focus. I plan to work with the communications team to use current popular social media platforms to disseminate our initiatives in order to ensure the average member is able to fully benefit from our member value. As we begin to execute the strategic plan, I intend to keep the members involved in its progress to inspire and foster the growth of future leaders and the overall success of the organization. I am honored to serve as the ASDA National President and, alongside the members, bring this organization to new heights!” ~Shafa Nathani, National ASDA President. Shafa Nathani continues a legacy of “Global Leaders in Oral Health.” |
| The Tufts chapter was also recognized for their efforts and accomplishments throughout the year and received the following awards: Samantha Rivera (D24), District 1 ASDA Delegate of the Year (see below left)Tareina Rogers (D25), District 1 ASDA Trustee and Community Builder of the Year (see below right)And check out this video – Tufts ASDA Chapter, District 1 ASDA Gold Crown Finalist |
