Jessica Ann Rickert | |
|---|---|
| Born | Michigan |
| Alma mater | University of Michigan |
| Occupation | Dentist |
| Known for | Being the first female American Indian dentist in America |
Jessica Ann Rickert became the first female American Indian dentist in America upon graduating with a DDS from the University of Michigan School of Dentistry in 1975.[1][2][3] She was one of only six women in a class of 140 students.[4] She is a member of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation, and a direct descendant of the Indian chief Wahbememe (Whitepigeon).[5][6]
Early life and education
Rickert grew up in Wyoming, Michigan.[3] She graduated high school in 1968 and attended the University of Michigan for her undergraduate degree.[3]
Career
In addition to being a dentist, she is also a founder of the Society of American Indian Dentists, which was founded in 1990.[4][7]
Honors
She was inducted into the Michigan Women's Hall of Fame in 2009.[4]
In 2022, she received the American Dental Education Association’s William J. Gies Award for Achievement.[8]
References
- ↑ "Dental school alumna Dr. Jessica Rickert receives prestigious Gies Award from ADEA - U-M Dentistry News". 2022-03-22. Retrieved 2022-10-11.
- ↑ "Jessica A. Rickert, DDS (First American Indian Woman Dentist) | Perspectives Of Change". perspectivesofchange.hms.harvard.edu. Retrieved 2022-10-11.
- 1 2 3 "Breaking Barriers and Making History: Dr. Jessica Rickert's Inspiring Story". 9 & 10 News. 2020-07-29. Retrieved 2022-10-11.
- 1 2 3 "Meet an American Indian Dentist, Advocate, and Role Model: Jessica Rickert". Sindecuse Museum. 3 September 2021. Retrieved 2022-10-11.
- ↑ "Jessica Rickert". Michigan Women Forward. Retrieved 2022-10-11.
- ↑ Rickert, Jessica A. (October 2022). "October is National Dental Hygiene Month". Native News Online. Retrieved 2022-10-11.
- ↑ "Board of Directors". www.thesaidonline.org.
- ↑ "Dental school alumna Dr. Jessica Rickert receives prestigious Gies Award from ADEA - U-M Dentistry News". March 22, 2022.