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Society and has conducted salivary gland research at the National Institutes of Health’s National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research. The King Scholarship is awarded to students and residents who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievement and a commitment to the well-being of others through community and campus service. J. Rex Tolliver is the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs.

Jordan Franklin Receives Arcolian Dental Arts Society Scholarship

The Arcolian Dental Arts Society, a social and educational organization predominantly composed of member dentists of Italian heritage, presented D-2 Jordan Franklin with a $2,500 scholarship at its annual Christmas Party at the Park Ridge Country Club on Dec. 11. Dr. Rosella Spadoni-French, a 1984 Loyola School of Dentistry alumna, conferred the check to Franklin. “The scholarship means so much to me because I have felt so extremely welcomed by all the members—all of whom readily share their knowledge and support with me whenever they can,” Franklin said. “This scholarship, to me, means so much more than the money—it means building a closer relationship with an organization that has so kindly welcomed me with open arms ever since I attended my first meeting as a prospective dental student.”

He noted that the scholarship will relieve both monetary obligations and stress, as he was just about to take the National Board Dental Examination. “The Arcolians perform an immense amount of charity throughout the year through fundraising and giving the money they raised back to their communities and individuals within,” Franklin said. “I Dr. Rosella Spadonihonestly feel so humbled to French presents the be in the presence of a group Arcolian Scholarship to that gives back and wishes Jordan Franklin. for nothing but the best for all individuals within the dental profession.” Although the Arcolians do not have a membership as large as some other dental groups, “sometimes the smallest societies perform the most genuine and heartfelt acts within their communities, as they truly feel a sense of family amongst each other,” Franklin said. “I also believe that it is very important to never allow your heritage to be lost,” he added. “The Arcolians are a group that has a strong focus on staying connected with Italian traditions and takes pride in everything that those with Italian ancestry have been able to achieve within the

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