Toothbuds Peer Mentoring
The Toothbuds Peer Mentoring Program connects first-year DMD students with upper-year mentors to provide guidance, support, and advice as they navigate the challenges of dental school. The program also supports DMD2 and DMD3 students through their transitions into clinic.
This program fosters a sense of community, promotes professional growth, and helps students build meaningful connections within the DMD cohort.
🔗 Sign up here to join the 2025 Toothbuds program - open to all cohorts!
Research Showcase
The Research Showcase is an annual event for DMD and BOH programs where dental students present their research projects and share innovative ideas. It provides a platform to foster academic curiosity, collaboration, and critical thinking within the student body.
Look out for them on our Upcoming Events page!
Academic Representatives
The Academic Representatives are elected student leaders who act as a voice for the student body in academic matters. They work closely with faculty and administration to ensure students' academic concerns are addressed, advocate for improvements, and support their peers in their educational journey.
For every cohort in DMD there are 3 elected representatives, and for BOH there are 2 elected representatives.
To find out who your academic reps are, or to see how you can get involved, check our committee page!
Careers Night
Careers Night is a valuable networking event that connects dental students with industry professionals, potential employers, and experts from various areas of dentistry. It offers students the opportunity to explore career paths, gain insights into different career paths (e.g. rural, metro, public, private dentistry), and make important connections for future career development.
Look out for this event on our Upcoming Events page!
Specialist Evenings
Specialist Lecture Series – Expanding Horizons in Dental Knowledge
SUDA is excited to introduce the Specialist Lecture Series, an initiative designed to inspire and engage our community by hosting leading experts in the field of dentistry. Each month, renowned specialists will deliver thought-provoking lectures and share invaluable insights on a wide range of topics, from specialty program entry pathways to complex case studies in endodontics, orthodontics, oral surgery, and periodontics.
This initiative provides a unique opportunity for the University of Sydney’s esteemed dental and oral health students to expand their professional knowledge, connect with industry leaders, and engage with peers in an enriching academic environment.
Stay tuned on our Upcoming Events page for details including speakers, locations and dates!
Education Advisory Committee
SUDA nominates two students, one from DMD and one from BOH into the Education Advisory Committee who collaborate with faculty to provide feedback on the curriculum and educational experiences. The committee serves as a bridge between students and the administration, working to enhance the quality of education and ensure it meets the needs of the student body.