District 2 Events
Outreach Challenge
Share How You're Giving Back to the Community!
Despite the pandemic changing so many aspects of our lives, we know that now more than ever our volunteerism can make a huge difference in our communities. During the month of November, share how you're volunteering with ASDA District 2! A gift card will be randomly raffled to one student from each school! Submit a photo from your outreach efforts for an extra entry! We'd love to see how you're staying connected and giving back (while still being safe and maintaining proper COVID precautions!)!

Humanitarian Outreach: Why? Where? How?
A joint ASDA, New York Academy of Dentistry, & American College of Dentists event
November 18, 2020
Join ASDA, NYAD, and ACD for a joint event covering the topics of humanitarian outreach for a "why? where? how?" panel and discussion on 11/18 at 7pm EST. Learn about the opportunities out there for you to get involved in!
https://columbiacuimc.zoom.us/j/97737575753?pwd=VzVJMzI0U1NvSlZhTHQ2NktJbzFTUT09
Meeting ID: 977 3757 5753
Passcode: ASDA

Marketing Your Online Presence
Guide to LinkedIn & Virtual Interviews
November 17, 2020
Join Dr. Daryl Lu & Dr. James Lee for a seminar on marketing your online presence, followed by a panel of individuals (Dr. Tepper & Dr. Alex) who have been conducting virtual interviews. Tuesday, November 17th at 7:30pm!
https://columbiacuimc.zoom.us/j/95186601115?pwd=LzFRb0kwQVFmR21mbjAyMXE0MmM1Zz09
Meeting ID: 951 8660 1115
Passcode: ASDA

Teledentistry: Outreach and Care of the Future
National ASDA
November 09, 2020
Hindsight is 2020, but teledentistry is the future of dental care.
In an ever-changing and increasingly inequitable world, Teledentistry will help our profession meet the needs of our communities and will be critical in efforts to care for underserved and rural communities. Learning from experts in the field, ASDA members will become knowledgeable on ways to promote access to care, gain a better understanding of implementing teledentistry in their practice, and engage in thoughtful discussion with leaders in the field.

Considerations in Treating LGBTQ+ Patients & Being LGBTQ+ In Dentistry
Hosted by New York County Dental Society
November 05, 2020
Considerations in Treating Transgender Patients and
Being LGBTQ+ in Dentistry
Thursday, November 5, 2020 @ 7:00 PM
Please RVSP through NYCDS at: https://nycds.informz.net/informzdataservice/onlineversion/ind/bWFpbGluZ2luc3RhbmNlaWQ9ODE0NDU5NiZzdWJzY3JpYmVyaWQ9NzczNjExODg1

Introduction to National ASDA Leadership Positions
Wednesday, 10/28 at 7pm
October 28, 2020
Join us on Wednesday, 10/28 at 7pm for a webinar and panel on National ASDA Leadership positions. The Speaker of the House, District 2 Trustee, and Council on Advocacy Chair will be in attendance.
https://columbiacuimc.zoom.us/j/95436477253?pwd=MmVOaHpZS2U4MEtIYjU5V0lldHFrQT09
Meeting ID: 954 3647 7253
Passcode: ASDA

Dental Student Issues in the 2020 Election: An Advocacy Month Ramp-Up
National ASDA
October 27, 2020
Lawmakers can influence where and how you may practice dentistry in the future. With the election coming up, it is important to understand the current issues dental students are facing like dental student debt, midlevel providers and barriers to care and how the election may affect these issues.
Mid-Atlantic Advocacy Academy
Presented by Districts 2, 3, and 4
October 10, 2020
REGISTRATION IS OPEN for the Annual Mid-Atlantic Advocacy Academy on October 10-11th. You will have the opportunity to hear from the following:
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Georgia State Senator, Dr. Lester G. Jackson
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Lobbyist Jim Schultz
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Kevin Koser, Chair of the National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasia’s Family-Driven Advocacy Committee
and many more!
Visit https://midatlanticadvocacy.com/ for more information.
The registration fee is $10 through 11:59pm EST on 9/18 and WILL include MAAA swag. Registration will then increase to $20 through 09/23 WITHOUT swag. Fees can be sent via venmo to @asdadistrict2. If you are unable to pay via venmo, please contact us at midatlanticadvocacy@gmail.com.
*Pre-Dental registration fee is $5, does not include the swag item and registration closes on Oct. 5th for PRE-DENTS ONLY.*

District 2 Pre-Dental Day
October 03, 2020
The District 2 Pre-Dental Day will be held on Saturday, 10/3 from 9am-1pm. This event aims to introduce pre-dental students to the six schools which comprise ASDA District 2 (Buffalo, Columbia, NYU, Rutgers, Stony Brook, and Touro). Through this interactive half-day session, students will have the opportunity to learn more about gaining entrance into dental school and life as a dental student as a whole.
Programming includes a tailored schedule, online interview tips, an online mock interview, and an optional Q&A session allowing you to meet current students from each of our six dental schools one-on-one.
Please use the link below to register!
Pre-Dentals: https://bit.ly/ASDAD2Predental
Dental Student Volunteers: https://bit.ly/D2Predent
Registration forms will close on Sunday, 9/13.

Wellness Month Step Challenge
National ASDA
October 01, 2020
Through the month of September, participate in the National ASDA wellness step challenge! So log all those steps you've been taking around clinic (or from your bed to your desk for #Zoom classes) and encourage all chapter members to do the same!
Sept 1-6 can be logged here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/32MWF7L
Sept 7-13: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3DJSJTN
Sept 14-20: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/B5Y26BM
Sept 21-27: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/B5RCFHP
Each week, the individual winner will win a $50 giftcard and at the end of the month, ASDA will award a $250 Amazon gift card to the ASDA chapter with the highest average mile count by total membership and the highest average mile count across those participating from each chapter. These averages are based on your chapter members’ individual submissions, so make sure you encourage your full chapter to participate!

Mind & Body Professionalism
Dr. Pastan
September 29, 2020
Join ASDA District 2 & Dr. Pastan for a lunchtime seminar on wellness beyond dental school, followed by a guided meditation.
Tuesday, 9/29 from noon-12:30 (extra Q&A until 12:45)
Register here: https://forms.gle/c7ZoB1N1hyJELPug8
Meeting ID: 939 8292 9189
Passcode: ASDA

Streamlining American Dental School Admissions for International Dentists
September 24, 2020
Join us at 7pm on Thursday, September 24th for a webinar which focuses on streamlining American dental school admissions for International Dentists.
Recording found here: https://youtu.be/4FsZ9lJj1c4
Debt & Wealth Management
Wednesday, 9/23 at 6pm
September 23, 2020
Join us on Wednesday, 9/23 at 6pm for a webinar on debt and wealth management!
https://columbiacuimc.zoom.us/j/91575783389?pwd=OG13a2wyWmNIMTRqODFwRGo0c0w4dz09
Meeting ID: 915 7578 3389
Passcode: ASDA

Yoga & Meditation with Amanda
September 19, 2020
Join ASDA District 2, Columbia ASDA, and Amanda on Saturday, 9/19 at 11am for a yoga & meditation session with Amanda!
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/prh4wrSf13vBCAE28
Meeting ID: 863 3000 0558
Password: 022309
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86330000558?pwd=blAyRkQ2SlBVdVRHVlFDZnNaN2s0QT09

Wellness Planning Workshop
Join ASDA District 2 & Wellness Coach Becca Haupt
September 09, 2020
Join ASDA District 2 & Wellness Coach Becca Haupt for a 30 minute wellness planning workshop in which you will be given the tools to assess and create your own wellness plan on Wednesday, September 9th from 6-6:30pm.
Register here: https://forms.gle/hM1XhSVgYfzp8ovP7
https://columbiacuimc.zoom.us/j/96202113712?pwd=ZlV6LzN4SVluWFVuUm5nNEt3WUZaQT09
Meeting ID: 962 0211 3712
Passcode: ASDA

10 Guidelines To Keep In Mind If You Get Sued
Presented by Doccupations founders, Dr. Eric Studley and Dr. Ivy Peltz
September 10, 2020
September 10th, 2020 at 7:00 pm
Doccupations founders, Dr. Eric Studley and Dr. Ivy Peltz, will discuss and answer your real time questions about:
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How to avoid being sued
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What to do (and not to do) if you've been sued and MORE!
RSVP HERE: rb.gy/hdpfls or email info@doccupations.com
Once you pre-register, you will be automatically entered into a drawing for a
$50 Amazon gift card, and if we see you at the seminar, you will receive a
$5 Starbucks gift card!
(You must be in attendance to receive a gift card.)
Questions: info@doccupations.com
https://columbiacuimc.zoom.us/j/93147977933?pwd=MTFQeEpsL3lMeWY2eHFSZi9xUlB2UT09
Meeting ID: 931 4797 7933
Passcode: ASDA

Tips from the Editor: Enhancing Your Writing Skills
National ASDA
August 27, 2020
Thursday, August 27th at 8:00pm.
Join ASDA alum and past editor-in-chief, Dr. Stephen Rogers, as he shares key tips and insights for creating written material. He’ll also review common errors and pitfalls in the writing process and how to avoid them. Whether you’re working on a personal statement or journal article, you’ll take away insights to enhance your writing skills and strengthen your editing abilities.

What To Look For In An Employment Contract
Presented by Doccupations founders, Dr. Eric Studley and Dr. Ivy Peltz
August 27, 2020
August 27th, 2020 @ 7:00 pm
Doccupations founders, Dr. Eric Studley and Dr. Ivy Peltz, will discuss and answer your real time questions about:
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Do I need a contract?
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What am I looking for, salary-wise?
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How do I negotiate and MORE!
RSVP HERE: rb.gy/abmfrv or email info@doccupations.com
Once you pre-register, you will be automatically entered into a drawing for a
$50 Amazon gift card, and if we see you at the seminar, you will receive a
$5 Starbucks gift card!
(You must be in attendance to receive a gift card.)
Questions: info@doccupations.com
https://columbiacuimc.zoom.us/j/93147977933?pwd=MTFQeEpsL3lMeWY2eHFSZi9xUlB2UT09
Meeting ID: 931 4797 7933
Passcode: ASDA

COVID-19 & The Impact on Dental Public Health
National ASDA
August 26, 2020
Wednesday, August 26th at 8:30pm.
As states face revenue shortfalls due to the pandemic, access to oral health care for communities in need may be in jeopardy. This session will address the unique challenges vulnerable populations may face in receiving care during a pandemic. It will provide an overview of how traditional strategies to reducing barriers to care like ER referral programs and Medicaid dental programs and providers may be impacted by the pandemic. The session will conclude with a strategy for action to help low income communities receive the oral care they need during these uncertain times.
Harry Potter Virtual Escape Room
Join District 2 for a Social Night!
August 14, 2020
You know what would be MAGICAL... Getting to do a Harry Potter themed escape room from the comfort of your own home! Join us on Friday, 8/14 at 7pm...you'd to be SIRIUSly RIDDIKULUS to not RSVP and join us! Wingardium Leviosa and come join our zoom session!
RSVP here: https://bit.ly/ASDAEscape
https://columbiacuimc.zoom.us/j/98318541265?pwd=S2ZEWG0rNkZ2UUxNREFSbFZFc1FkUT09
Meeting ID: 983 1854 1265
Passcode: ESCAPE
How To Prepare for an Interview?
Presented by Doccupations founders, Dr. Eric Studley and Dr. Ivy Peltz
August 13, 2020
August 13th, 2020 @ 7:00 pm
Doccupations founders, Dr. Eric Studley and Dr. Ivy Peltz, will discuss and answer your real time questions about:
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Types of employment and need-to-know terminology
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How to compete (without competing)
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What to do about a working interview and MORE!
RSVP HERE: https://rb.gy/iutn70 or email info@doccupations.com
Once you pre-register, you will be automatically entered into a drawing for a
$50 Amazon gift card, and if we see you at the seminar, you will receive a
$5 Starbucks gift card!
(You must be in attendance to receive a gift card.)
Questions: info@doccupations.com
https://columbiacuimc.zoom.us/j/93147977933?pwd=MTFQeEpsL3lMeWY2eHFSZi9xUlB2UT09
Meeting ID: 931 4797 7933
Passcode: ASDA

Women's Wonderful Wednesday Instagram Takeover
Hear from Dr. Amrita Patel, Dr. Brenda Shah, Dr. James Lee, and Sydney Shapiro
August 05, 2020
Join us ALL DAY on Wednesday, August 5th on Instagram to hear from those in leadership positions about what it's like for women working in the dental field
Finance & Accounting 101
Presented by Nate Giess, Investment Banker
July 22, 2020
Join us on Wednesday, 7/22 at 6pm for a webinar to cover the basics of finance & accounting as they apply to small business operations. This will be super casual, interactive, and targeted to cover a basic level of finance knowledge. Feel free to join us if you'd like to learn more!
RSVP here: https://bit.ly/dentalbusiness101
https://columbiacuimc.zoom.us/j/98121743281?pwd=bHN1MEN3bk03MHFYd1NUL2RpYVFYdz09
Meeting ID: 981 2174 3281
Password: BUSINESS
Watch the recording here: https://youtu.be/4zhR6QFooHc
Student Loans 101
Presented by Columbia ASDA
July 20, 2020
Join Columbia ASDA on Monday, 7/20 at 6pm to hear from a CFA about managing student loan debt. You will learn more about creating custom loan plans as well as refinancing your loans.
Join Zoom link: https://columbiacuimc.zoom.us/j/97245668745?pwd=NUJjSTBuY1VqVXlFazB2NzhxamlkQT09
Meeting ID: 972 4566 8745
Password: ASDA
Trivia Night
July 30, 2020
Join District 2 for a Trivia Night where you can have fun for a good cause! Thursday, July 30th at 7pm. All proceeds will go to Black Lives Matter, Feeding America, and Let America Vote. Teams can be comprised of 3-5 students and the cost per team is a suggested donation of $10, which can be venmoed to @asdadistrict2. Register now at bit.ly/D2Trivia!
https://columbiacuimc.zoom.us/j/94187992133?pwd=U3ptRWdLakVPYmNBdzZyV0pqTzJkZz09
ID: 941 8799 2133
PASSWORD: TRIVIA
All About the INBDE
About the Exam & How to Ace it
July 06, 2020
Join us on Monday, 7/6 at 7pm to hear all about the new INBDE and how to ace it--from the creators themselves!
Link to Recording: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HXE495Z_2to&t=12s

Wellness Workout Week
A competition amongst the schools!
June 01, 2020
Join us on June 1, 23, 24, 25, 29, and 30th at 6pm to get moving and #bewellASDA! At the end of 6 days, the school with the highest proportion of participation will win a prize!
Monday 6/1: Stony Brook
Tuesday 6/23: Buffalo
Wednesday 6/24: Rutgers
Thursday 6/25: Columbia
Monday 6/29: Touro
Tuesday 6/30: NYU
https://columbiacuimc.zoom.us/j/92725603206?pwd=K0tIcXgycGVWL1pHdExFWVpLNHVzUT09
Meeting ID: 927 2560 3206
Password: ASDA

Wellness Webinar Series Presents Dr. Dave Maconi
Pursuing Passions Outside of Dentistry
June 28, 2020
Join ASDA District 2 on Sunday, 6/28 at 5pm as we host Dr. Dave Maconi as he sheds light on how to pursue passions outside of dentistry!
Meeting ID: 913 0048 3185
Password: WELLNESS

The Path to Licensure
June 24, 2020
Please join us and our special guest speakers Dr. Joe Gambacorta and Dr. Guy Shampaine to learn about “The Pathway to Dental Licensure and a Quest for Reform". ASDA’s District 2 Advocacy & Organized Dentistry Committee have set up this webinar to help you learn about the various pathways to dental licensure in the U.S. and progress in licensure reform, especially in the wake of COVID-19!
Register here:
forms.gle/QBY5VubVxXsBFn769
Meeting ID: 794 755 8435
Password: TOOTHPARTY

IgniteSPEAKS
Join ASDA District 2 & Dr. David Rice (IgniteDDS) for a unique public speaking course!
June 20, 2020
Join us at 9am on Saturday mornings in June & July and improve your public speaking skills!
Sign up here: https://ignitedds.com/ignitespeak

Incorporating Facial Esthetics Into Your Dental Practice
Dr. Jessica Wyatt
June 16, 2020
Join us on Tuesday, 6/16 at 7pm EST for a webinar with Dr. Jessica Wyatt! Dr. Wyatt is a Columbia graduate who specializes in incorporating facial esthetics into her dental practice. She will be discussing using Botox and fillers in the private practice setting.
Zoom ID: 911 9690 0766
Password: ASDA