Volunteer
- Name of sponsoring organization: Peds Club
- Details of the activity (e.g., where, when): Provided basic oral health information to over 100 kids from kindergarten to 5th grade. It took place through engaging trivia, an interactive presentation, and fun oral health-related activities designed to teach them the importance of taking care of their teeth. This was taken place on 11/20/2024 at Sheppard Elementary School
- What you learned: I learned that kids of this age group understand concepts better when you connect dentistry to something familiar. For example, instead of saying “good” food, rephrasing it as “superhero” food helps them relate and engage with the idea more effectively. Also, this turns their fear into curiosity, creating a warm and engaging environment.
- How the activity relates to coursework or your career goals: This experience helped me become more confident in speaking to diverse audiences, a skill that will be invaluable in my future career.