Freshman Orientation
Thank you for visiting the freshman orientation page. This page includes information for DDS and Dental Hygiene students as you return to campus or are just beginning your WVU School of Dentistry journey.
Monday, August 7, 2023
DDS first day of fall clinic
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Wednesday, August 9 - 11, 2023
First-year DDS student orientation
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Friday, August 11, 2023
Professionalism Assembly
Incoming dental students acknowledge the dental school code of ethics and principles of professionalism by reading and signing the professionalism pledge in front of family and friends.
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Monday, August 14, 2023
DDS first day of fall classes
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Tuesday, August 15, 2023
Dental Hygiene Academic Session
All students in the dental hygiene program are required to attend.
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Wednesday, August 16, 2023
Dental hygiene first day of classes
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Dental hygiene laptop distribution
Dental hygiene sophomores
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Thursday, August 17, 2023
Safety Awareness and Violence Prevention Training
Training session for new dental students.
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Monday, August 21, 2023
Dental hygiene seniors first day of fall clinic
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Tuesday, August 22, 2023
Dental hygiene juniors first day of fall clinic
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Friday, August 25, 2023
Clinic Induction Ceremony
Dental and dental hygiene students transitioning to direct patient care receive their white coats.