
2024 AAWD Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award
Dr. Shelia Price
🌟 AAWD’s Highest Honor: Dr. Shelia S. Price, 2024 Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award Recipient 🌟
The American Association of Women Dentists is proud to present the 2024 Lucy Hobbs Taylor Award, our most prestigious honor, to Dr. Shelia S. Price, DDS, MA, EdD. This award celebrates Dr. Price’s extraordinary contributions to advancing women in dentistry, her transformative leadership, and her lifelong commitment to education and mentorship.
✨ A Trailblazer in Dentistry
Dr. Price has dedicated over 37 years to West Virginia University’s School of Dentistry, becoming the first African American woman dental graduate at WVU and the first woman dentist to ascend from instructor to professor. She has mentored countless students, championed diversity, and revitalized the WVU student chapter of AAWD, ensuring opportunities for future generations of women in dentistry.
✨ A Visionary Leader
Dr. Price’s leadership extends nationally through her impactful roles with the American Dental Education Association and as a co-author of Undaunted Trail Blazers: Minority Women Leaders for Oral Health, a book celebrating women of color in the dental field. Her dedication to inclusivity, cultural competence, and mentorship has left an indelible mark on the profession.
✨ A Champion for Women’s Health
Through her advocacy and groundbreaking initiatives, Dr. Price has expanded access to oral health care and improved health outcomes, particularly for underserved communities. Her tireless efforts reflect the enduring legacy of Lucy Hobbs Taylor herself.
🎥 Watch the video below to see the award presentation and hear heartfelt remarks from fellow members who know Dr. Price and her incredible work.
We are honored to recognize Dr. Shelia Price for her unwavering commitment to excellence and her unparalleled contributions to the dental profession.
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