The Centennial: Celebrating the first 100 years of the College
The International College of Dentists, conceived in 1920 by two visionary leaders, is today the 12,000 strong, leading global honor society for dentists supporting hundreds of humanitarian and educational projects worldwide.
In honor of a century of service to mankind, recognition of outstanding dentists, and the pursuit of international cooperation, College Fellows, representing 122 member countries, will participate in worldwide celebrations, culminating with the 2020 meeting of the International Council in Nagoya, Japan (the country where the ICD was conceived), where The Symposium on College Humanitarian and Educational Projects will be held along with the International Induction Ceremony and Gala Banquet.
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CENTENNIAL NEWS
Jane Pauley lends support to Centennial
Journalist and award-winning TV anchor personality Jane Pauley showed her support for the College 100 year anniversary and Core Values after reviewing the Centennial Brochure presented by Centennial Gala Chair Prof. Mauro Labanca during the GNYDM lunch.
International Council Meets during Greater New York Dental Meeting
The International Council met for their annual meeting in New York City, Nov. 24-27, 2018, during the Greater New York Dental Meeting. Events included an Induction Ceremony for Section XX, cultural dinner and music, Executive, Council and committee meetings, and many pre-Centennial activities and announcements.
Henry Schein Centennial Partnership launched in New York City
The festive stage was set for ICD and Henry Schein to launch their Centennial Partnership during a Welcome Reception in New York. The next day, ICD was hosted by Henry Schein at the GNYDM Luncheon.
Master Fellow’s $1 million (HKD) donation with Centennial vision
Master Fellow William Wong donated 1 million Hong Kong Dollars ($130,000 US) to ICD Section XV to establish an educational fund, with the mission to promote dental education in the Belt and Road countries and progress vital to the advancement of dentistry in developing Asian nations.
Pope Francis Learns About Centennial
Pope Francis hosted a delegation of the International College of Dentists. Representatives of the College Centennial Committee presented the pope with a unique commemorative book [now housed in the Vatican library], introducing the Core Values of the College and featuring an on-going humanitarian program in Angola.
ICD-WUDAA Scholarship Program declared Centennial Signature Event
ICD has joined the Washington University Dental Alumni Association (WUDAA) in offering annual scholarships to dental students. The program has been designated an ICD Centennial signature event in recognition of the $127,000 from WUD that will raise awareness about the high cost of dental education and student debt.
ICD and Henry Schein Sign Centennial Partnership
Henry Schein, Inc. announced that it has entered into a new partnership agreement become ICD's exclusive Centennial Partner. ICD, which has been Honoring the World’s Leading Dentists Since 1920™, will organize a series of special events throughout 2020.
Honoring the World’s Leading Dentists Since 1920 : An Interview with Dental Tribune
Honoring the World's Leading Dentists Since 1920 : An Interview with Dental Tribune This article was published in Dental Tribune, the largest dental newspaper in the world with an estimated circulation of 600,000 readers and provides background information on the College and the Centennial celebrations.