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Diversity Statement
The Division of Dental Hygiene seeks to foster a diverse student body of thought, interest, background, and intellect. Diversity enhances the educational experience of all students and better prepares our graduates to practice dental hygiene in today¿s world. In evaluating an applicant¿s potential contribution to diversity, the Dental Hygiene Admissions Committee considers the following factors:
- Geographic diversity
- First generation college student
- Personal or family adversity
- Psychomotor ability
- Gender (males are underrepresented in the dental hygiene profession)
- Racial and ethnic diversity
- Documented disability
- Disadvantaged educational background
- Evidence of outstanding leadership
- Unique work or service experience
- Experience and/or interest in research or teaching
- Interest in providing dental hygiene services to underserved areas
The Dental Hygiene Admissions Committee ensures that all qualified applicants receive individualized consideration within the admissions process.
Approved by Dental Hygiene Admissions Committee 2/16/05.
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