MDAA PROFESSIONALISM AWARDS are given by the MDAA to a student in each graduating class who has excelled academically, clinically and displayed professionalism through out the school year.
NOVEMBER, 2011 - MDAA PROFESSIONALISM AWARDS
CDI College --- Julie Fajardo
Julie is a recent graduate of the Intra Oral Dental Assisting Program of CDI College. During her time in the program Julie showed the untmost dermination and perserverance to succeed in her chosen career. She is an indiviual who not only strives for excellence but, in doing so, remembers her peers and helps out wherever possible. She is a hard working and dedicated individual who will benefit the dental community immensely.
JUNE, 2011 - MDAA PROFESSIONALISM AWARDS
Red River College --- Janet Huynh
Janet is a leader as demonstrated in the organization of graduation and the many fund raising events, and is an excellent team player. She is attentive, and has a gentle voice and mannerisms which are calming to patients. She is friendly, courteous, punctual, reliable, always looks neat and professional, and communicates well with others in a positive manner.
Tec Voc High School --- Jaime Legault
Jaime is a leader as demonstrated by being both the class representative for the Tec Voc students as well as being active in the graduation committee. Jaime has a very positive attitude in her work. She is punctual and reliable, even when highways were closed, Jaime managed to get to school early. She always looked very professional and ready to work. She communicated and worked well with patients, classmates and instructors.
CDI College --- Kelly Gadway
Kelly is nominated for the MDAA professionalism award for her outstanding academic achievement and her overall class leadership. She was a fundamental asset to the class due her constant friendly and professional manner. She was always available and willing to lend a hand in both theory and clinic/lab sessions. Her enthusiasm was infectious to all of her classmates on a daily basis which made her a natural class leader. In addition to her academic success she is very devoted to her family particularly, her niece. She also has a very adventurous spirit based on her love of travel and adventure. Good luck Kelly!
CDI College --- Mary Anne Lazaro
Mary Anne was a natural leader in both the classroom and clinnical settings. Her ability to assist her classmates with difficult concepts or competencies arose many times throughout the school year. Her outgoing personality and caring nature will be a benefit in her new professional career path. I know that wherever Mary Anne works she will be a huge asset to the practice. We wish her all the best in her new career.
Red River College, Winkler Campus -- Jill Hoeppner
Jill achieved this award by demonstrating the attributes of integrity, compassion and commitment to her classmates and patients throughout the school year. This student displayed professional virtues and quietly continued to strive for excellence while inspiring others to do the same. Jill will certainly be a valued team member in any dental practice that she joins! We wish her well in all her future endeavors.
University College of the North -- Rikki Cooper
Rikki is very conscientious, hard working, and highly motivated. She is quick to acquire new skills and willingly shares her knowledge with her peers in any academic or clinical scenario. Her work ethic is second to none, she is very comfortable with patients of all ages and she is respectful and professional in all interactions. Rikki is regarded highly by her peers and is the recipient of the Dr. Schadek Memorial Award. Rikki will return to Saskatchewan to continue her career as a registered dental assistant.