Dear First-Year Dental Student:

As President of the Supreme Chapter of Omicron Kappa Upsilon it is my privilege and pleasure to congratulate you on your admission to dental school and to welcome you to the profession of dentistry.

Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU), the national dental honor society, was founded in 1914-admission and membership being limited to those dental students who have distinguished themselves by excellence in scholarship, while demonstrating exemplary traits of character and potential qualities for future professional growth and attainments.  I invite you to visit our website at www.oku.org to learn more about OKU, dentistry's honor society, and the requirements for membership.  

As you begin this very exciting but demanding time in dental school, remember that you have the unwavering support of faculty members who are committed to providing you with an outstanding educational experience.  Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and skills necessary to deliver the highest level of patient care and confidently serve in positions of leadership in the community.  Members of OKU promote mentoring at all levels of educational experience, beginning in dental school, and we encourage you to seek our assistance in your pursuit of excellence in professional development and clinical care. 

On behalf of the members of Omicron Kappa Upsilon, I wish you continued success and a most fulfilling and rewarding career in dentistry.

Sincerely,

Mark A. Reynolds, DDS, PhD 
President, Supreme Chapter
Omicron Kappa Upsilon