Lasting Impressions | Summer 2017

2016 In January 2016, the CDM’s Dental Simulation Laboratory undergoes an extensive renovation, which includes upgrading 130 dental simulation units with state-of-the-art tech- nology. New mannequins provide a greater range of head movements to simulate a real patient. 2017 The CDM introduces Strategic Plan 2017–2022 to coincide with its 20th anniversary. NSU College of Dental Medicine Strategic Plan 2017–2022 MISSION STATEMENT The mission of the College of Dental Medicine is to educate future dental professionals and improve oral health through patient-centered care, academic excellence, research, leadership, and commitment to the communities we serve, particularly the special needs and underserved populations. VISION STATEMENT The vision of the College of Dental Medicine is to lead by having a significant impact on advancing oral and craniofacial health through innovation in dental education, clinical practice, scientific discovery, and community service. INNOVATIVE EDUCATION Goal: Provide an innovative predoctoral dental curriculum for comprehensive, patient-centered care in a general dentistry model team-based delivery system. SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERY Goal: Expand the College of Dental Medicine’s research activities and translate scientific discoveries into clinical practice. COMMUNITY Goal: Strengthen and expand the College of Dental Medicine’s community service and service learning activities, especially in the areas of special needs and underserved populations. LEADERSHIP Goal: Provide educational opportunities for faculty, students, and residents to become the next generation of leaders for the dental profession. RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT Goal: Develop the financial and human resources necessary to achieve the College of Dental Medicine’s mission and vision. NSU COLLEGE OF DENTAL MEDICINE © 11