ASDA Runs for Smiles

Members of the Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine (GSDM) chapter of the American Student Dental Association (ASDA) participated in the ING Hartford Marathon and Half Marathon on Saturday, October 10.

The GSDM students joined the University of Connecticut chapter of ASDA’s fundraising team, "Running for Smiles," whose goal was to raise money for the Boys and Girls Club of Hartford. The Boys and Girls Club will use the proceeds to expand their Healthy Habits Program, which provide education and tools to facilitate good oral hygiene.

Brian Nelson DMD 10 ran the marathon and Brian’s wife, Ally Nelson, along with Heather Parsons DMD 11 and Megan Ryan DMD 10 ran the half marathon.

"It is wonderful to see our students joining forces with another New England Dental School to raise money for such an excellent cause," said Dean Jeffrey Hutter. "I am very proud of their athletic and philanthropic efforts."