Events

Convocation Luncheon

Friday, June 14, 2024 | 11 - 1:30 p.m.

Royal Glenora Club - Braemar Room

11160 River Valley Rd NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 2G7

The Dental Alumni Association invites graduating DDS students and their families to celebrate the momentous occasion of convocation. Join us for lunch and a special program where we will honour graduating DDS students with a special gift and award presentation.

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DAA Soiree

Friday, June 21, 2024 | 5:30 - 7 p.m.

Hotel Fairmont Palliser | Oak Room

133 9 Ave SW, Calgary, AB T2P 2M3


The U of A Dental Alumni Association is excited to host a special reception at the Alberta Dental Association Team Summit. This event will provide an excellent opportunity for networking, celebration, and recognition. As the only dental school in Alberta, the University of Alberta (U of A) has made significant contributions to the dental community in the province. We aim to honor our U of A alumni and showcase their achievements. All Summit attendees are welcome to attend this free reception that leads into the Friday Night FUNraiser in Support of Ukraine.

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Associate Advice 101 Webinar Series

This webinar series is targeted at helping students and recent grads looking for associate positions more comfortable in making this major career step. Each webinar features a panel of recent U of A dental alumni who work across Alberta. Topics discussed include navigating the job market, urban vs rural dentistry, what to look for in associate positions, red flags and much more!

Past webinars

Associate Advice 101 2.0 - March 2022

Panelists included Dr. Sama Banaei, ’21 DDS, Dr. Mandy Flory, ’20 DDS and Dr. Dharminder Panesar, ’19 DDS. Watch the recording here.

Associate Advice 101 - April 2021

Panelists included Dr. Adam Woods, ’19 DDS, Dr. Aqib Shirazi, ’18 DDS and Dr. Cheyanne Olsen, ’17 DDS.