A Winter Wonderland Celebration — Newark, New Jersey
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Newark Airport
128 Frontage Rd, Newark, NJ 07114
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.
Thank you to our sponsors for their generous support of the 2026 Presidential Inauguration & Scholarship Gala.
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.
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.
Accommodations for the Inauguration Weekend and Student Leadership Colloquium.
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.