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What alumni and students are saying. . .
“In 1964 I was the first woman admitted to the first class at the UCLA School of Dentistry. I recently revisited the campus, and was impressed by improvements to the clinics, laboratories, research facilities and educational programs. I am proud to be part of such a successful institution.”
-- Dr. Margaret C. (Pan) Quon, Class of 1968
"I have been actively involved with the UCLA School of Dentistry for many years and while constant changes have taken place, one thing has remained the same: our students’ need for support. They are the reason I say ‘yes’ when asked to donate my time and ‘yes’ when asked to give back to the School.”
-- Dr. Melanie J. Gullett, Class of 1983
“If the UCLA School of Dentistry shines, it reflects brilliantly upon all of its graduates, faculty and administrators.”
-- Dr. Joan Otomo-Corgel, Class of 1976
“The Apollonian Society has helped to create an environment that far surpasses expectations of a public institution. We now have cubicles to call home, endodontic microscopes for undergraduate use, and funds to care for patients that cannot otherwise afford treatment, a gift that enables us to graduate on time. Since 2004 my classmates have become happier students. If my younger brother wanted to be a dentist, I would tell him, without hesitation, to attend UCLA.”
-- Dr. Jake Cragun, Class of 2008
Did you know. . .
- The State of California allocates only 3% of its overall budget to the University of California system
- State funding currently accounts for only about 16% of UCLA’s operating budget
- Tuition covers just a fraction of the total annual cost to educate a dentistry student (up to $80,000 for first year students)
- Private gifts play an essential role in creating a meaningful student experience
Supporting Tomorrow’s Dental Leaders Today
Guided by generous financial support and the vision of student and alumni leaders, the Apollonian Society provides the following benefits for dental students:
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A White Coat Ceremony for first-year students
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A Patient Care Fund that enables low-income patients to continue treatment and allows students to complete clinical requirements on time
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Funding for The Explorer, an annually published journal of UCLA dental student research
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Purchase of new equipment, such as endodontic surgical microscopes, digital cameras, and Isolite™ machines for enhanced patient care
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Evening workshops, student-initiated projects, reunions, renovations, and more
Ronald S. Mito, DDS '76 and Thomas J. Rauth, DDS '73, Co-Chairs, Apollonian Society
In 2004 the UCLA School of Dentistry’s Apollonian Annual Fund was transformed into the membership-based Apollonian Society, which is dedicated to enhancing the student experience. Since this transformation, the Apollonian Society has made great strides, funding innovative projects, strengthening morale among students and collectively contributing over $1.2 million to the School of Dentistry.
While our progress has been significant, we have much yet to accomplish. Educational expenses at UCLA have continued to rise while state and federal funding have declined, meaning that the School increasingly relies upon private gifts to provide the resources and opportunities that contribute to an outstanding student experience.
As alumni and dedicated oral health professionals, we can play a role in ensuring that today’s dental students become the future devoted practitioners of dentistry. Motivated, satisfied students appreciate and support the School and the profession, ensuring that the UCLA School of Dentistry continues to reflect favorably on all of us.
Membership in the Apollonian Society is open to all friends of the UCLA School of Dentistry–alumni, faculty members, residency program graduates, professional colleagues, and anyone else who has an
interest in advancing oral health education. By becoming a member, you are making a commitment to improving the dental student experience and showing your support of UCLA, one of the finest public universities in the world. Please consider joining the Apollonian Society or renewing your support with a tax-deductible gift today.
Membership Levels and Benefits
Member $300
($100 for recent graduates*)
Invitations to UCLA School of Dentistry events and faculty research symposiums on emerging topics in dentistry and oral biology; acknowledgment in the School’s Honor Roll of Donors, published in the annual report; an Apollonian Society lapel pin.
Patron $1,000
All of the above benefits, plus the opportunity to attend one UCLA School of Dentistry continuing education lecture course within one year at the reduced full-time faculty rate of just $25**.
Sponsor $2,500
Benefactor $5,000
All Member level benefits, plus Chancellor’s Associates status and benefits; the opportunity to attend unlimited UCLA School of Dentistry continuing education lecture courses at the reduced full-time faculty rate of $25*; eligibility for purchasing a campus parking permit; options to join the UCLA Faculty Center and Recreation Center.
Apollonian Society gifts of $2,500 or more may be counted toward annual membership in UCLA’s Women and Philanthropy program. For more information, please call (310) 794-2389 or visit the Women and Philanthropy website.
Become a Chancellor’s Associate
Chancellor’s Associates ensure that UCLA remains one of the most respected Universities in the world by contributing $2,500 or more annually to unrestricted campus funds. The Chancellor’s Associates program offers excellent benefits, and the opportunity to strengthen ties to the Chancellor and UCLA community through special networking events. Learn more.
* Graduates of the past 3-5 years are eligible for membership at the $100 rate; there is no membership fee required for graduates of the past 1-2 years.
** Discount valid one year from date of gift on lecture courses only, not hands-on workshops or traveling courses; UCLA Continuing Dental Education typically offers 18-20 qualifying lectures with associated credit each year. Contact Continuing Education directly at (310) 206-8388 for more information or to enroll at the reduced rate.
Newsletter
Summer 2008. (PDF format)
Winter/Spring 2009. (PDF format)
