About
The Student National Dental Association (SNDA) was incorporated in 1972.
The Student National Dental Association (SNDA) has had a longstanding goal for over 40 years to promote, aid and support the academic and social environment of minority students. SNDA strives to establish opportunities for its members to develop stronger alliances amongst one another while developing a sense of community, aiding in the advancement of minority students within the field of dentistry.
At Tufts University, the SNDA’s main concern is making sure that the adjustments needed to thrive in the dental school environment are made to foster the successful matriculation of our members through the four-year program. Through study/help groups, open discussions, and social events, the members of the SNDA support each other in maintaining good mental health and achieving academic success. The group also recognizes the need for awareness of good oral health care in the community. Through mentorship programs and other volunteer services, the SNDA at Tufts serves the mission of the national association.
Events
Some of our events include:
- Impressions Day
- SNDA Specialty Seminars
- Tri-Dental Mixer
- Black History Month Dinner
- SNDA Wellness Plant Therapy
- Soul Cycle
- First Year Anatomy Tutoring
- Christmas Social
- Juneteenth Event
- Black Legacy Dinner
- Welcome Brunch
- Street Clean Up
More About Us
Questions or Concerns? Feel free to contact us at snda-eboard@tufts.edu!
Instagram: @tuftssnda
2023-2024 E-board Contacts
- President: Alexis Shokere D3
- President-Elect: Alexis Vivien D2
- Vice President: Vanessa Rodriguez D3
- Vice President-Elect: Shirley Jean-Pierre D2
- Treasurer: Theodore Colbert IV D2
- Secretary: Jaela Payne D3
- Director of Media and Mass Comm.: Dominique Douglas D3
- Diversity Initiviate Officer 1: Zack Thomas D3
- Diversity Initiative Officer 2: Patrick Lockett D4
- Diversity Initiative Officer Elect 1: Darrius Southwell D2
- Diversity Initiative Officer Elect 2: Brandon Ford D2
- Event Coordinator 1: D’Andra Jones D3
- Event Coordinator 2: Darla Ellis D2
- Community Service Chair 1: Glory Ogunyinka D3
- Community Service Chair 2: Jaela Stith D3
- Faculty Advisor: Dr. Jeanette Sabir Holloway
