This grant supports a dental educator's participation in the ADEA Leadership Institute, advancing research-driven leadership and innovation in academic dental education.
Funder: American Dental Education Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $15,000 stipend for tuition and fees for participation in the ADEA Leadership Institute (1-year program)
Summary: Supports dental educators in developing research-driven leadership skills through participation in the ADEA Leadership Institute.
This award, funded by the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) in partnership with AADOCR and Colgate-Palmolive Co., supports one dental educator annually to participate in the prestigious, yearlong ADEA Leadership Institute. The program is dedicated to advancing dental education by equipping faculty with evidence-based leadership training, strategic planning abilities, and innovative administrative skills. Honoring Dr. Dominick P. DePaola’s legacy, the award is intended for those who will champion research, curriculum innovation, and institutional growth in academic dental settings.