These awards honor the spirit of volunteerism and a commitment to organized dentistry. Awards are given to ASDA members, dental school faculty and non-faculty staff.
Advocacy is vital to the protection and welfare of dental students and the dental profession. The Excellence in Advocacy Engagement Award is presented to the person who earns the most points in ASDA’s Advocacy Certificate Program.
The Excellence in Leadership Award recognizes a dental student that has made significant contributions in leadership to ASDA and organized dentistry.
ASDA presents Gold Crown Awards for chapter achievements, individual and chapter excellence in media and delegate leadership and engagement.
This award honors outstanding achievement by a legislative liaison in advocacy efforts and events.
The Paragon Award recognizes a member of the dental community who demonstrates commitment to the lives of dental students, innovations in progressing dental education and dedication to organized dentistry.
The PFM (Porcelain Fused to Metal) Crown Awards celebrate and recognize the efforts of ASDA’s chapters during COVID-19.
This award recognizes the significant accomplishments in mentorship of ASDA delegates by awarding one from each district a Delegate of the Year Award.