About UQDSA
About UQDSA
We endeavour to:
Foster a sense of belonging amongst all people
Encourage excellence in and beyond that of academia
Offer support and opportunities to individuals and groups who reach out for assistance
Form lasting partnerships with the community to mature and grow together
Provide leadership in issues most pertinent to our members
Not forget about the things that make us human; having fun and entertainment
The University of Queensland Dental Students Association (UQDSA) is the student representative body for Bachelor of Dental Science (BDSc) and the newly inducted Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) students within the University of Queensland
The UQDSA provides many services for our members. This includes but is not limited to:
Bulk dental equipment orders
Providing connections with the wider dental world
Academic support
Organisation of group First Aid courses
Inviting guest speakers to “Lunch and Learn” sessions
Guidance through those tough times at Dental school
Publication of a yearly magazine (Tangka)
Dental Trade show day
And opportunities for socialisation both within and outside of the dental school such as the Grand Dental Ball, Boat Cruise, Happy Hours and Graduation and Half-way Dinners