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Program Advisory Committee Agenda

Dental Hygiene (October 2025)

October 3, 2025 · 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
CHS 4011 + Zoom: https://ntc.zoom.us/j/83394367617
Welcome & Introductions

Led By: Deb Koziel, DH/DA/EFDA Program Director

Update and Highlights from Last Meeting

Led By: Laura Ahonen, Associate Dean Allied Health

College-Wide Initiatives

Led By: Laura Ahonen, Associate Dean Allied Health

Workforce Training and Professional Development Initiatives

Led By: Laura Ahonen, Associate Dean Allied Health

Industry Trends

Led By: Advisory Board Members

  • Saliva Testing
  • Phase Microscope
  • Fluoride (Refusal/Alternatives)
  • Employer Feedback
Program Updates

Led By: Deb Koziel, DH/DA/EFDA Program Director; Susan Pernsteiner/Faculty; Laura Ahonen, Associate Dean Allied Health; Aleena Lepak, Faculty

  • Enrollment Report
  • CRDTS
  • DHNBE
  • AHOC Event
  • Dental Hygiene Club
Program Modifications Discussion

Led By: Deb Koziel, DH/DA/EFDA Program Director; Susan Pernsteiner/Faculty; Laura Ahonen, Associate Dean Allied Health

  • Fall/Spring Start
  • EFDA

  • Dental Therapy

Facilities/Equipment

Led By: Jennifer Sawvell, Dental Clinic Manager

  • Capital Equipment
  • Recent Purchases
  • Update on equipment/trainers
Other Items

Led By: Laura Ahonen, Associate Dean Allied Health

  • Faculty Recruitment
Next Meeting Schedule & Agenda Items Discussion

Led By: All

  • Spring 2026 Dental (DH, DA and EFDA) Advisory Committee Mtg – Friday, 05.01.26
  • SAVE THE DATE! Spring 2026 Advisory Committee Summit – 04.15.26