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North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) Allied Dental Education students participated in the American Dental Association’s annual Give Kids A Smile® Day on Friday, February 7th, at the Mayme Green Allied Health Center on the NDSCS Wahpeton campus. 

During the half-day event, NDSCS Dental students provided free dental services, including cleanings, radiographs, sealants, fluoride applications, and oral health education to underserved children in the community. Some patients also received basic restorative procedures, simple extractions, and comprehensive exams as needed. Patients were assessed by Dr. Orvin Lies, DDS, a retired dentist from Elbow Lake Dental, who works alongside the students in the dental clinic at NDSCS. 

Dental students treated 20 patients between the ages of 3 and 18 during the event, with services valuing over $7920 in free dental care. 

"This is a wonderful event that provides access to dental care for children who may not otherwise have the opportunity to have their dental needs met,” said Chanel Malone, Associate Professor and Dental Assisting Program Coordinator. 

“Give Kids A Smile Day was very rewarding for us students,” shared Alexa Sundley, NDSCS Dental Student. “We enjoyed helping kids get the smiles they deserve.” 

The American Dental Association launched Give Kids A Smile® in 2003 to provide dental care to children who may otherwise struggle to access services due to financial limitations. Dentists, students, and other dental professionals volunteer their time to provide screenings, treatments, and education to children nationwide. 

“I enjoy working with the students at NDSCS. They do a very nice job, and working with them at this event is a lot of fun,” said Dr. Orvin Lies, DDS. 

For more information about the highly-rated Dental programs at NDSCS, visit NDSCS.edu/Dental.

Marlee Schweitzer, a Dental Hygiene student at North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) has been named a 2023 New Century Workforce Scholar and will receive a $1,250 scholarship.

This scholarship is the first of its kind to support students at associate degree-granting institutions on a national scale as they plan to enter the workforce upon the completion of a degree or certificate. The program is sponsored by The Coca-Cola Foundation and Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.

New Century Workforce Scholars are selected based on their academic accomplishments, leadership, activities, and how they extend their intellectual talents beyond the classroom. Over 2,400 students were nominated from more than 1,300 college campuses across the country. Only one New Century Workforce Scholar was selected from each state.

“We congratulate Marlee for receiving this prestigious scholarship, and we are honored to partner with The Coca-Cola Foundation to recognize these outstanding achievements,” said Phi Theta Kappa’s President and CEO Dr. Lynn Tincher-Ladner. “Scholarship programs like this are integral for creating opportunities for students to succeed as they prepare to enter the workforce and for putting college completion within reach.”

The New Century Workforce Scholars will be recognized in the fall.

The North Dakota State College of Science Allied Dental Education Clinic will participate in the annual American Dental Association’s Give Kids a Smile® Day on Friday, February 10 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mayme Green Allied Health Center on the NDSCS campus at 800 6th Street North, Wahpeton, N.D.

During this event, NDSCS Allied Dental students will perform cleanings, radiographs, sealants, fluoride applications, and oral health education. Services provided may also include basic restorative procedures, simple extractions, and patient exams. The clinic will provide dental care to individuals ranging in age from 3 to 18.

All patients must have appointments in advance. A parent or legal guardian must accompany patients younger than 18 years. To schedule an appointment, please contact the NDSCS Allied Dental Education Clinic at 1-800-342-4325 ext. 3-2333 or 701-671-2333.

The American Dental Association began the Give Kids a Smile program in 2003 as a way for dentists to join with others in the community to provide dental services to children who may have difficulty accessing dental care, or families with limited financial resources. Dentists and other team members volunteer their time and services to provide screenings, treatments, and education to children throughout the United States.

Four students from the North Dakota State College of Science have been nominated for the 2023 North Dakota Academic All-State Team, which recognizes the academic achievements of community college students.

The students, listed with their program of study and their hometown, are:

• Transfer Pathway Scholars:
  • Lauren Jones, Nursing, West Fargo, N.D.
  • Morgan Vosberg, Liberal Arts – Business Administration, Sartell, Minn.
• Workforce Pathway Scholars:
  • Logan Mammenga, Business Management, Breckenridge, Minn.
  • Marlee Schweitzer, Dental Hygiene, Aberdeen, S.D.

The All-North Dakota Academic Team is sponsored by Phi Theta Kappa and the Coca-Cola Foundation and is comprised of scholars from each of the community colleges in the state. Workforce Pathway Scholars plan to begin their careers immediately upon graduation, and Transfer Pathway Scholars plan to continue their education at a four-year institution after completing their studies at a community college.

“It is with pride that I am able to nominate these students to the 2023 North Dakota Academic All-State Team. Through their efforts in the classroom, and in leadership roles on campus and in their communities, they have demonstrated the qualities necessary to be successful in the future,” said Jeff Hart, NDSCS Phi Theta Kappa Advisor.

The students will be recognized at an awards luncheon held at Bismarck State College in Bismarck, N.D. Tuesday, March 7, 2023.

“Give Kids a Smile” event returns to NDSCS Ages 3-18 welcome to make an appointment for free dental services on February 4, 2022 WAHPETON, N.D. — January 14, 2022 — The North Dakota State College of Science Allied Dental Education Clinic will participate in the annual American Dental Association’s Give Kids a Smile® Day on Friday, February 4 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Mayme Green Allied Health Center on the NDSCS campus at 800 6th Street North, Wahpeton, N.D.

All patients must have appointments in advance. A parent or legal guardian must accompany patients younger than 18 years. To schedule an appointment, please contact the NDSCS Allied Dental Education Clinic at 1-800-342-4325 ext. 3-2333 or 701-671-2333.

This nationwide event designates a day of free dental care for children who may have difficulty accessing dental care or families with limited financial resources. As part of this day, NDSCS Allied Dental students will perform cleanings, radiographs, sealants, fluoride applications and oral health education. Services may include basic restorative procedures, simple extractions and patient exams. The clinic will provide dental care to individuals ranging in age from three to 18.