Through each year of the Dental Hygiene program, I am in the process of developing a foundation to enhance my future dental hygiene professional career. By setting and reaching academic goals, I will continue to improve my clinical practice and scholarly growth. I aspire to grow as a mentor, educator, leader, and advocate (these are examples to change or add) for the dental hygiene profession. Outlined below is my five year plan as a student, evolving dental hygienist, and upon completion of my Dental Hygiene Diploma.