UCC Awards

The Dental Health Foundation Awards for UCC Dental Nursing and Dental Hygiene Students were established in 2025.

The awards are presented to the

  • Dental Hygiene Student with the Highest mark: Teach and communicate the preventive measures for the individual patient and the community.
  • Dental Nursing Student for the Outstanding Research Project

 

2025 Winners

In 2025 the awards were presented to 

Elizabeth Dunlea, Dental Nursing for the Outstanding research Project. 

Claire Cannon, Dental Hygiene for the Highest mark: Teach and communicate the preventive measures for the individual patient and the community.

A huge well done to the winners for their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to excellence in oral healthcare.

 

UCC DENTAL NURSE WINNER Elizabeth Dunlea 2026 2UCC Dental Hygiene Winner Claire Cannon 2026 2