The Michigan Dental Association Foundation annually awards student scholarships to dental, dental hygiene, and dental assisting students, encouraging them to continue to pursue careers in dentistry, dental education, and the allied dental health fields. Through the generous donations of individuals and partner organizations, the Michigan Dental Foundation is able to offer various scholarships.
Applicants to all Michigan Dental Association Foundation Scholarships must be U.S. citizens, residents of the state of Michigan, and currently enrolled in a dental education program within the state.
THE ROBERT D. MITUS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The family of Dr. Robert D. Mitus formed the Robert D. Mitus Scholarships. The late Dr. Mitus, an honorary MDA past president, was a leader in efforts to form the Michigan Dental Association Foundation in the late 1990s. He previously had been instrumental in developing the West Michigan Dental Foundation. A former president of the West Michigan District Dental Society, he also helped establish West Michigan Dental Society’s Adult Dental Services, as well as the statewide Michigan Donated Dental Services program. Dr. Mitus also served on the Michigan Dental Association Board of Trustees.
Recipients for the 2008-09 academic year are as follows:
Dental Students
Dental Hygiene
Dental Assisting