The document summarizes the first general meeting of the Texas Pre-Dental Society. It introduces the officers and levels of membership in the organization. It also announces upcoming events like interview workshops, volunteer opportunities, and social events. Members are encouraged to participate in events to earn points, sign up for volunteer activities, and pay dues to gain access to membership benefits.

1. first general meeting 7 september 2011 welcome to theTEXAS PRE-DENTAL SOCIETY

2. we’ll start things off withKAPLAN

3. now let’s meetYOUR OFFICERS

4. Levels of Membership Participate as much as you can. President – Dana Distinguished Active Honorable 4/6 Meetings 2 Community 1 Social 1 PR Dues 5/6 Meetings 3 Community 2 Social 2 PR Dues 5/6 Meetings 4 Community 3 Social 4 PR Dues

5. Members of the Week Do something good and you can be the next one. Congratulations to TAYLOR ROBISON and BEATRIZ FORTANELY! They braved the Texas heat all summer long to table at freshman orientations and promote TPS to the cute little freshmen. President – Dana

7. HPO IS NOW KNOWN AS…The Career Design Center Just an FYI

9. Please send an email ASAP with your valid excuse. Tests, labs, dental school interviews, and emergencies are all acceptable.Vice President – Ram

10. Scholarships Get yourself some cash for school. UNDERCLASSMEN SCHOLARSHIP $100 Scholarship Free full-year dues UPPERCLASSMEN SCHOLARSHIP $200 Scholarship Vice President – Ram

12. Get help in classes, advice about the DAT, and most importantly, a handful of friends.

13. Sign up online to be placed in your family unit and be prepared to have lots of fun.…and yes, you will get some social points Vice President – Ram

14. ELECTIONS ARE IN NOVEMBER! Just a reminder… Participating in lots of events will help you get on the ballot. Make an effort to get to know the officers through the many opportunities we present, like families!

16. Access to our shadowing program

17. Admission to all socials

18. The year-end banquetYou can also pay $40 for just the semester. Dues must be paid by the Second General Meeting on 9/21 Treasurer – Jason

20. Fundraising Help us help you. We are auctioning off an in-person Kaplan DAT Prep Course, courtesy of the Kaplan location on the Drag! This is worth $1400. We will accept bids up to the day after the second meeting. Bid online at the Facebookevent – link in tonight’s mailout! Treasurer – Jason

22. Sign up online to be considered for placement with a dentist. Members are assigned dentists based on payment of dues, seniority, semesters in TPS, and response time.

23. You must be able to commit at least two hours straight each week

24. No, you don’t need a car. But you will probably need to take the bus, though it won’t be very far.Secretary – Heena

26. Come to our KICKOFF EXTRAVAGANZA for fun games, great conversation, and tasty food!

27. Next Wednesday 9/14 at 7pm in REC 2.104

28. Sign up online!Social – Angela

30. Saturday 9/17 from 8am-5pm (2 shifts)

31. Sign up online with your desired shift

32. We can only take five volunteers at the request of the event organizer. Volunteers will be chosen based on previous TPS experience.

33. You must dress in all black. And you get lunch.Community Service – Bridget

35. Teach science experiments to elementary school kids at Young Scientists on Fridays (starting 9/9) from 1:30-3:30pm at Walnut Creek Elementary School

36. You must be able to commit to these EVERY WEEK! Sign up online.Community Service – Bridget

38. Cannot be for credit in another organization

39. Need help finding an ongoing opportunity? Visit UTvolunteer.org for listings!

40. Email tpscommunity@gmail.com to get your activity approved and receive an attendance check sheetCommunity Service – Bridget

42. Sign ups are based on a Volunteer Spot calendar, which will be linked on our website

43. To clarify, getting or returning the banner is not worth a point. It is implied that the first and last person will handle this responsibility.

44. Banner protocol: Get from/return to Holly Hunt in W.C. Hogg 2.208 or the stock room across from her office. Be sure to tell her in person or in writing when you take/return it.Public Relations – Sierra

46. Submit an article idea to Sierra for approval. If you get the green light, write a short article for a PR point!

47. We hope to release Sept/Oct and Nov/Dec newslettersPublic Relations – Sierra

49. Links to sign up for events will appear under the “SIGNUPS” tab, and will appear online at approximately 10pm after meetings

50. Be sure to register for the Listserv under the “ABOUT US” tab to receive all TPS emails!Webmaster – Terry

52. Ram: TPSvicepresident@gmail.com

53. Heena: TPSsecretary@gmail.com

54. Jason: TPStreasurer@gmail.com

55. Angela: TPSsocial@gmail.com

56. Bridget: TPScommunity@gmail.com

57. Sierra: TPSpublicrelations@gmail.com

59. www.twitter.com/texaspredent

60. search “texas pre-dental society” on facebook

62. pay your dues and get a receipt

63. stay for the social

64. sign up for events onlineTHANKS FOR COMING! Next meeting: 9/21, Health Professions Office! …err…Career Design Center!