ADEA Dr. Jeanne C. Sinkford Faculty Leadership Award
This award recognizes a dental faculty member who exemplifies Dr. Jeanne C. Sinkford’s values through excellence in teaching, research, leadership, and commitment to diversity and health equity.
Funder: American Dental Education Association
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2026 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $10,000 award; free registration to the ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition; inscribed crystal award
Summary: Recognizes a dental faculty member who exemplifies Dr. Jeanne C. Sinkford’s values and inspires excellence in dental education.
Key Information: Self-nominations are accepted; requires at least ten years as full-time faculty at an ADEA Member Institution.
Description
This annual award, supported by The Leonard and Valachovic Fund, honors a faculty member at a U.S. or Canadian dental or allied dental education institution who demonstrates a passionate dedication to academia, diversity, social justice, and the values embodied by Dr. Jeanne C. Sinkford. The recipient should inspire the dental education community through excellence in teaching, service, research, and leadership, with a strong commitment to equity and access in oral health. The award aims to empower and recognize leaders who model compassion, integrity, and advocacy for underserved populations.
