Rally Day

Both the junior and senior classes were able to take part in rally day at the state capitol. This day was a chance for dental hygiene students to meet with representatives in the Richmond region to discuss DH bills and encourage them to support higher education bills as well. The experience was wonderful, meeting the representatives, learning how legislation works in the capitol, and even receiving a tour of the historic building. While I enjoyed the day, I felt that I was unprepared for the events. Some of the juniors as well as myself did not know what the day's events consisted of. I was also somewhat disappointed that there was no time to meet the other DH students who had travelled from Roanoke or NOVA to be there. It would be beneficial if next year they provided a guide to the events occuring during rally day and even discuss in class before that day the bills that are a concern for us. It would be nice to also have a breakfast time prior to the meeting to speak with other DH students. Overall, I felt that rally day was a great learning experience and will enjoy taking part in the event next year.