Thursday Talks: Sydney Pannella '23

We are launching a new series called Thursday Talks to introduce a member of our community every other week. Our first feature is Sydney Pannella of the Class of 2023, who fielded questions from Nansy Hanna '24. 

Sydney Pannella '23 (third from right) with her classmates in front of RSDM

Tell us a bit about yourself and what you do at RSDM.

I am a fourth-year dental student at RSDM. I spend each day seeing and treating patients in the undergraduate clinic.

For how long have you been here, and why did you decide to come to RSDM?

This is my 4th year at RSDM but 9th at Rutgers. I attended Rutgers, New Brunswick, for undergrad, and RBHS for graduate school. I chose RSDM because of the extensive clinical experience students receive and also because it was close to home.

Pannella's dogs Jax and Teddy

What do you like the most about RSDM?

The best part of RSDM is the people I’ve met here. The class sizes are small, allowing you to become friendly with everyone. It is a great support system to help you get through the four years.

What do you enjoy doing outside of school?

Outside of school, I enjoy going out with my friends or relaxing at home with my dogs, Jax and Teddy.