2026 Presidential Inauguration & Scholarship Gala
A Winter Wonderland celebration in Newark, New Jersey — honoring Dr. Dorita Newsome-Dobbins as the 103rd President of the National Dental Association, and raising scholarship funds for the next generation of dental professionals.
Celebrating the 103rd National President
Join the National Dental Association as we celebrate the inauguration of our 103rd National President and support the next generation of dental professionals.
Dr. Dorita Newsome-Dobbins
Join us as we celebrate the inauguration of Dr. Dorita Newsome-Dobbins as the 103rd President of the National Dental Association and raise scholarship funds for future dental professionals.
Event Details
128 Frontage Rd, Newark, NJ 07114
Table — $2,500 (seats 10)
Interprofessional Student Leadership Colloquium
Hosted by the National Dental Association, the Interprofessional Student Leadership Colloquium brings together students across nursing, dental, medical, public health, and pharmacy disciplines to explore oral health as a vital component of overall health and wellness. Through collaborative dialogue and leadership development, the colloquium equips future healthcare professionals to break down silos, advance integrated care, and drive equitable health outcomes in their communities.
Program Details
- Save the Date: December 3–5, 2026
- Partner: Rutgers School of Dental Medicine
- Target: 10 students currently enrolled in Dental, Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing, and Public Health programs
- Application Deadline: May 22nd, 2026
- NDA covers lodging, meals, and activities. Students are encouraged to seek travel sponsorship from their institution.
Logistical Information
Participants should plan to arrive at the hotel the evening of Wednesday, December 2nd (registration from 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM).
Colgate will host an opening dinner from 7:00 – 9:00 PM, and the colloquium will convene Thursday, December 3rd at 8:00 AM and conclude Friday, December 5th at 12:00 PM.
Return travel should not be booked before 4:00 PM Friday.
Where to stay
Accommodations for the Inauguration Weekend and Student Leadership Colloquium.
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport
128 Frontage Rd, Newark, NJ 07114 — the venue for both the Gala and the Colloquium, so the whole weekend happens under one roof.
Thank you to our sponsors
Thank you to our sponsors for their generous support of the 2026 Presidential Inauguration & Scholarship Gala.
Sponsor the Gala
Support the 2026 Presidential Inauguration & Scholarship Gala and connect your brand with dental professionals, advocates, and leaders from across the nation. View our sponsorship packet below or download it to share.
Sponsor Letter Draft
Read publication2026 Gala Sponsorship Packet
Every sponsorship level, what it includes, and how your organization appears across the evening — read it online or download the PDF to circulate internally.
Interested in sponsoring the Gala? Contact Tonya Horsley at thorsley@ndaonline.org
Join Us This December
Celebrate the inauguration of Dr. Dorita Newsome-Dobbins as the 103rd NDA President. Get your tickets, book your room, and be part of a historic evening.