Advancing the Future of Dentistry
The School of Dental Medicine Alumni Chapter plays a vital role in strengthening and sustaining meaningful connections among alumni, current students, residents, fellows and the school’s community. Through service, engagement and philanthropy, our alumni provide invaluable support to both present and future generations in the field of dentistry.
We invite you to remain actively connected by contributing your time, expertise and leadership. Together, we uphold the pride, tradition and excellence that define the School of Dental Medicine.
Alumni Mission and Key Initiatives
Welcome and Support Alumni
- Foster lifelong connections among alumni nationwide through meaningful engagement and reunion programming.
- Celebrate alumni achievements by sharing news and honoring excellence through the Distinguished Alumni and Outstanding Recent Alumni Award programs.
- Support professional growth and connection by participating in national and regional conferences, including alumni receptions that bring together alumni, students and school leadership for networking and school updates.
Support Current School of Dental Medicine Students
- Provide financial and professional support through scholarships.
- Offer alumni‑led mentoring, career development and professional programming.
- Celebrate student milestones, such as the White Coat Ceremony, and reinforce alumni connections at pivotal moments in training.
Mission Statement
Engaging the alumni and students of the School of Dental Medicine will enhance the advancement of oral and general health throughout the local and global community by instilling a feeling of pride and confidence in their knowledge and achievements.
Vision Statement
Engaging students and alumni of the SDM at Stony Brook will enhance the Vision Statement
of the SDM by demonstrating a commitment by the alumni to support the SDM financially
and emotionally to become the future international leader in dental education, patient
care, research and service.
For additional information, please contact:
Janet Masini
Director, Alumni Programs
Stony Brook University
janet.masini@stonybrook.edu
School of Dental Medicine Mentoring Program
Stony Brook School of Dental Medicine alumni have served as mentors to dental students throughout the years. It is the goal of the alumni chapter and the Office of Strategic Planning and External Affairs to introduce a formal mentoring program soon.
This program will connect our students with specially selected alumni mentors, allowing our students to learn firsthand about different career paths, leadership skills, styles and strategies. Mentors and students will be matched based on personal and professional interests.
Alumni Award of Excellence
In 2006, at the dedication of the “Alumni Wall,” 12 members of the School of Dental Medicine Alumni Board, in appreciation of their outstanding dental education, endowed this award to recognize a year-four student who has demonstrated community service, leadership and a vision for the future of the school. The recipient will receive a monetary award and will have the opportunity to serve a one-year term on the School of Dental Medicine Alumni Board.
The selection announcement is made at the annual School of Dental Medicine Awards Ceremony in May.
Make an Impact
There are a variety of options for you to support Stony Brook’s alumni funds:
School of Dental Medicine Alumni Activities: To help support SDM alumni chapter activities and initiatives such as the mentor program.
International Dental Outreach Fund: To provide funding to support the purchase of supplies, equipment and travel costs for students and faculty to travel abroad to provide dental care to those most in need.
Dental Medicine Scholarship Endowment Fund: To provide student scholarship based on academic merit, financial need and at the recommendation of the Admissions Committee for recruitment purposes.
Dental Medicine Fund for Excellence: To cultivate, sustain and further excellence in the School of Dental Medicine.
