Audacity to Dream Leadership Award

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The Colgate/National Dental Association Foundation Audacity to Dream Scholarship program was created to recognized some our most talented rising dentists, and help alleviate the cost burden of their education.
This program is a direct commitment by Colgate to increase the awareness of the challenges faced in Black America as it pertains to education and beyond.

Be a current D1, D2, or D3 dental student
Have a 3.0 or higher cumulative grade point average
You must be an active SNDA member, with proper local and national documentation from your local chapter. Your membership must be in good standing throughout the review process and for the awarding academic year
Attend the SNDA Rights of Passage Gala the year of your application.

Official dental school transcript
Letter from SNDA national or local President stating your current membership status
Two recommendation letters are required (family members, relatives, and students are not eligible to submit a recommendation). One letter must be from a dental school faculty member or SNDA advisor
Summary of leadership positions that you have held or participated in within your local SNDA chapter, national SNDA and as an individual
Write a short essay (500 words or less)