UCLA ASDA CABINET 2023

MISSION

The American Student Dental Association is a national student-run organization that protects and advances the rights, interests, and welfare of dental students. It introduces students to lifelong involvement in organized dentistry and provides services, information, education, representation, and advocacy.

VISION

To advance the dental profession by developing exemplary leaders and inspiring member advocacy.

CORE VALUES

UCLA ASDA’S ORGANIZATION

The UCLA ASDA Executive Cabinet consists of the President, two Vice Presidents, Secretary, Treasurer and Legislative Liaison. These six individuals are elected by a majority vote held by the UCLA student body. With passion and enthusiasm, they dedicate themselves to promoting ASDA’s core values within the UCLA School of Dentistry.

After selecting the 2023-2024 committee chairs, overseeing the creation of a new committee, Business Symposium, and reorganizing the organizational structure of ASDA, the Cabinet has pushed UCLA ASDA to become the largest and most involved organization on campus. By having each cabinet member directly responsible for managing a number of committees, each cabinet member is given multiple opportunities to experience leadership development.

UCLA ASDA continues to foster relationships with other organizations on campus, continuing its collaboration with the UCLA Associated Student Body and Student Affairs Office. UCLA ASDA has also been asked to participate in Orientation Week for the Class of 2023. With the guidance and direction of these six individuals, the 2023-2024 academic year holds great promise for the ASDA chapter at the UCLA School of Dentistry.

Sachi Mehrotra - President

SACHI MEHROTRA - PRESIDENT

I am a D3 currently interested in specializing in Orofacial Pain and pursuing a career in academia. ASDA has helped me develop my leadership and professional skills, and has supplemented by dental education tremendously. I look forward to getting involved in organized dentistry upon graduation. My interests outside of school are traveling, exercising, and enjoying good food.

Goals:

  • Promote ASDA involvement among the upperclassmen
  • Recruit the D1 class and inspire them to become actively involved in ASDA
  • Establish domestic and Mexico volunteer mission trips through our Philanthropy committee to encourage more participation in dental mission trips
Anthony Chen - Vice President

ANTHONY CHEN - VICE PRESIDENT

Anthony Chen

Goals: Leadership development and ASDA pride.

Hawa Chopan - Vice President

HAWA CHOPAN - VICE PRESIDENT

Hawa Chopan

Hawa was born and raised in Northern California and stayed there to attend the University of California, Davis, where she received her BS in Neurobiology. She attended medical school for a few months before realizing her heart belonged in dentistry. Hawa couldn’t be happier with where she is today especially with her involvement in ASDA. Being a part of organized dentistry has provided her with the environment to grow outside the classroom and hopes to continue her commitment to it after graduation as well. Some fun facts about Hawa is that she has a twin brother, two dimples and can eat dessert for all three meals.

Kimi Low - Secretary

KIMI LOW - SECRETARY

Kimi Low

Goals: Membership awareness and communication.

Arth Patel - Treasurer

ARTH PATEL - TREASURER

Arth Patel

I’m currently a D3 and went to undergrad at University of the Pacific. I went to high school in Minnesota and love to travel abroad and enjoy my time with friends and family when I can. I’m also a big foodie and love watching TV shows and sports.

Nateli Sama - Legislative Liaison

NATELI SAMA - LEGISLATIVE LIAISON

Nateli Sama

Goals: Legislative awareness and student participation.