Students honored with awards School of Dentistry students and faculty were honored with awards of certificates, plaques, monetary scholarships, and society memberships in several end-of-year ceremonies. The majority of awards were announced at the May 26 awards chapel, with several more given at the May 26 senior banquet and at the May 30 commencement. Following are awards, their recipients, and abbreviated criteria for the awards. Unless otherwise noted, recipients are graduating seniors. This list of award recipients was compiled by the Dentalgram editor, from the offices of the Dean of the School of Dentistry, and LLU Academic Publications. An alphabetical list of graduates and awards presented will appear in the Summer 1999 Dentistry journal. Dentistry   Omicron Kappa Upsilon membership Todd Cooper, David Rogers, Jeffrey Payne, Richard Molen, Marina Milstein, Fayezeh Hazrati, Trent Loiseau, Woo Y. Lee (not pictured), Peter E. Lyu (not pictured) Outstanding scholarship: top 12 percent of class   Loma Linda University President's Award Rolf M. Wuerch Scholastic achievement, leadership, congruence with mission of the University American College of Dentists, Southern California section Jeffrey C. Payne Great potential for future contribution and service to the dental profession and the public the profession serves American Dental Society of Anesthesiology Jeffrey P. Fisher Proficiency in anesthesiology and pain control American Society of Dentistry for Children Jennifer E. Barry Care and attention to patients; clinical skills American Association of Orthodontics Ellie J. Zuiderveld Exceptional interest in development of oro-facial complex; abilities in orthodontics   Ellie J. Zuiderveld   Preclinical Basic Sciences Michael Knoll, SD'01 Achievement in basic science, outstanding scholastic achievement, motivation, attitude toward learning American Association of Endodontists Brandon L. Nash Outstanding ability and special interest in endodontics Dental Foundation of California Scholarships Marta A. Bickert Jason L. Hilde Kurt S. Lindemann Dana Roberts-Rieger John M. Ruzzamenti William R. Wilson Scholarship; professionalism; personal responsibility, leadership, quality of patient care American Student Dental Association Richard L. Molen Scholarship, leadership in extracurricular activities and/or local community service American Association of Oral Biologists Fayezeh Hazrati Critical thinking, participation in original research, scholarship, achievement in oral biology National Association of Seventh-day Adventist Dentists (NASDAD) David E. Rogers Character, conduct, commitment to goals and objectives of NASDAD SmartPractice Doctor-Patient Relationship Jason L. Hilde Peter Jimenez, SD'00 Exceptional interpersonal skills with patients, clinical excellence. Delta Dental Student Leadership Rolf M. Wuerch Scholarship, outstanding service or accomplishment in dentistry, public service commitment, leadership skills   Rolf M. Wuerch   Pierre Fauchard Academy Dan X. Nguyen Leadership, outstanding accomplishments, dedication to advancement of dental literature Pierre Fauchard Academy Scholarship John M. Nelsen Peter Jimenez, SD'00 Potential for developing into outstanding leader in dental profession California Dental Association Samuel Demirdji, SD'01 Michael Knoll, SD'01 Philip Jo, SD'01 Mark Honce, SD'01 Kenneth Krauss, SD'01 Jin-Hyuk Kim, SD'01 Scholastic merit American Academy of Orofacial Pain Judy S. Chin Demonstrated greatest commitment and interest to temporomandibular disorders and orofacial pain LLUSD Oral Surgery Department Jeffrey C. Payne Exemplary attitude, achievement, exceptional interest in oral surgery Omicron Kappa Upsilon/William S. Kramer Brian P. Black, SD'00 Scholarship, character, potential for advancement of dentistry and service to humanity Southern California Academy of Oral Pathology Ellie J. Zuiderveld Excellence in general and oral pathology American Society of Dentistry for Children, Southern California Unit Eddie Chang Proficiency, performance, care in patient treatment, and special interest in pediatric dentistry American Academy of Oral Medicine Fayezeh Hazrati Outstanding achievement in oral medicine Teledyne Water Pik Prosthodontics William R. Wilson Clinical proficiency, initiative in complete dentures American Academy of Periodontology Trent E. Loiseau Exceptionally good treatment of periodontal patients at LLU   Trent E. Loiseau   Southern California Academy of Endodontists Ravinder Steve Singh Proficiency, special interest, excellent clinical ability, exceptional concern for patients ADA/Dentsply Student Clinician Melissa Wages Clinical excellence American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Richard L. Molen Outstanding interest, accomplishment, and promise in oral pathology Fixed Prosthodontics Rolf M. Wuerch Outstanding skill and proficiency in fixed prosthodontics Ben W. Oesterling Award Woo Y. Lee Superior clinical performance in removable partial denture prosthodontics, professional competence, kind and compassionate manner with students and patients Organization of Teachers of Oral Diagnosis Renee M. Johnson Excellence and promise in oral diagnosis, outstanding graduating senior American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Todd C. Cooper Outstanding aptitude and achievement in oral and maxillofacial surgery California Dental Association John R. Ayre, Jr. Scholarship, clinical proficiency, performance giving promise of oustanding professional achievement American Association of Women Dentists Dana Roberts-Rieger Academic excellence, outstanding leadership   Jeffrey C. Payne   American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology Jeffrey C. Payne Exceptional interest and accomplishment in dental radiology American College of Prosthodontists Woo Y. Lee High academic and clinical proficiency in prosthodontics, interest in graduate training Quintessence Publishing Co. Award Dan X. Nguyen Research achievement Jeffrey C. Payne Clinical achievement in periodontics William R. Wilson Clinical achievement in restorative dentistry American Academy of Dental Practice Administration and Organization of Teachers of Dental Practice Administration Jeffrey P. Fisher Professional growth in managerial skills, outstanding performance in four-handed dentistry Academy of Operative Dentistry Trent E. Loiseau Superior quality in operative dentistry G. Hartzell & Son Clinician Renee M. Johnson Clinical excellence in periodontal instrumentation, diagnostic and treatment planning   Fayezeh Hazrati   Graduate Implant Dentistry Marc P. Steiner Special interest in implant dentistry International College of Dentists Ellie J. Zuiderveld Professional growth, high potential for career, recognition of meritorious service to profession Academy of General Dentistry William R. Wilson Potential for becoming outstanding general dentist, personifies objectives of Academy Alpha Omega Fraternity Scholarship Fayezeh Hazrati Highest scholastic average for 4 years Wilfred A. Nation Award Judy S. Chin Exemplifying characteristics of ìlove God, love family, love patients" M. Webster Prince Award John M. Nelsen Scholarship, leadership, stewardship   Melissa and John Nelsen   Alumni Association Student of the Year John M. Nelsen Leadership, pursuit of scientific knowledge, active role in Alumni Association National Society of Dental Practitioners William B. Murdoch Interest and knowledge of law and ethics in comtemporary dental practice Academy of Dental Materials Melissa L. Nelsen Excellence, scholarship in dental materials Teaching Learning Center Marc P. Steiner Special Achievement in recognition of academic success Academic Excellence Gold Award Jeffrey C. Payne Richard L. Molen Scoring at or above 90th percentile on Parts I and II of National Board exams American Academy of Gold Foil Operators William B. Murdoch Outstanding qualities as a scholar and clinician in operative dentistry Dental Hygiene   Wendy S. DeCamp   Dental Hygiene Student of the Year Wendy S. DeCamp Excellence and professionalism; the ideal student California Dental Hygiene Association Susan M. Sanchez Outstanding dedication and leadership skills Tri-Country Dental Hygiene Society Steve C. Alvarez Anika J. Ball Gina M. Downs Susan M. Sanchez Contribution to community oral health Dean's Award Kelly A. Mullin Excellence in clinical ability and professionalism   Dean Goodacre presents the Dean's Award to Kelly A. Mullin   Bates Award Delight S. Gunnarsson Debbie S. Westcott Notable achievement during training Middleton Award Rhonda L. Stearns High standards of service, spiritual leadership and dedication to church and humanity Mitchell Award Gina M. Downs Most outstanding leader Clinician's Award Wendy S. DeCamp Outstanding achievement in clinical performance   Kelvin R. Palafox   Sigma Phi Alpha Award Alisa S. Bowker Kelly A. Mullin Mary Ann Parmiter Beth A. Platner National honor society: scholarship and character Research Award Jill C. Hodson Lenette A. Sanchez Susan M. Sanchez Outstanding achievement in dental hygiene research Klooster Award Kelvin R. 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