Meet the Officers

Justin Yang '27 | President

Hey everyone! My name is Justin Yang, and I am the ASDA President this year! I grew up in Stillwater, Oklahoma and went to the University of Tulsa for undergrad as a Biochemistry major. In my free time I like to lift and cook. Dentistry wasn't always what I wanted to go into, but I love the aspect of healing others while getting to think analytically and artistically. ASDA has been a huge interest of mine because it's interactive and improves yalls dental school experience. My main goal this year is to make your time in dental school more fun!

Jackson Hibbard '27 | Vice President

My name is Jackson Hibbard, and I'm from Oklahoma City. I completed my undergraduate degree in Finance at Oklahoma State University. Dentistry has been a dream of mine for as long as I can remember. The ability to restore someone's smile and immediately instill confidence is something unique to our profession. l've always loved being part of a team and ASDA has allowed me to do that. Outside of school, I enjoy golfing, hunting, skiing, supporting the Thunder and unfortunately Oklahoma State football.

Graham Chapple ‘27 | Treasurer

I'm Graham Chapple, from Broken Arrow, OK. I graduated in 2023 from OU with a Bachelors in Mathematics. I chose dentistry for the work-life balance, daily creativity, and community importance that comes with the job. I want to improve the health of my future patients and become a leader wherever I end up. I'm interested in ASDA to give back to the school and the students, creating a place where people can feel safe and have fun while striving to be great dentists. In my free time, I like to play with my 2 cats and 2 dogs, build LEGO sets, and lounge on the couch.

Jenna Stelzig ‘27 | Secretary

Jenna is from Woodward, Oklahoma and attended Oklahoma State University for undergrad, graduating with a Bachelor of Animal Science with a focus in Biotechnology and a minor in Microbiology. She knew she wanted to be a dentist after volunteering at OkMOM her junior year of high school. One of her favorite parts of dentistry is building meaningful connections with patients. Outside of school she loves to spend her time reading, exercising, walking her puppies, and hanging out with her friends and family.

Jenna is so excited to serve as Secretary and help connect others together!

Ghazal Hesami '27 | Historian

Hi everyone!

My name is Ghazal Hesami. I was born in Iran and moved to the U.S. in 2017. I earned my degree in Biomedical Sciences from the University of Central Oklahoma. I was drawn to dentistry because it brings together science, art, and patient care. I enjoy working with my hands and building real connections with people. ASDA has been a fun and supportive part of my dental school journey, helping me grow, meet amazing people, and make great memories. Outside of school, 1 love aerial dance, baking, and spending time with family and friends.

Caroline Judd '27 | Vendor Coordinator

​Caroline is from Edmond, Oklahoma and attended the University of Oklahoma for undergrad, graduating with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a minor in Sociology. She knew she wanted to work in healthcare from a young age and found her interest in dentistry while shadowing and volunteering throughout college as she fell in love with the way dentistry combines art and science. Outside of school she loves to spend her time reading, attending barre classes, and hanging out with her friends and family. Caroline loves going to ASDA events with her friends and is so excited to serve as one of our vendor coordinators and to plan tons of fun events for our chapter!

Mia Hatfield '27 | Vendor Coordinator

Hi, my name is Mia Hatfield, and I’m from Tulsa, Oklahoma. I went to the University of Oklahoma for undergrad and majored in biology. I’ve always loved science and knew I wanted to pursue a career in healthcare. My dad and his two brothers are dentists, so I’ve been around the field my entire life. When it came time to choose a path, I realized dentistry was the perfect fit! I love the hands-on nature of the work, the creativity involved, and the opportunity to make patients want to smile again. I became  interested in ASDA because I enjoy being involved in leadership and working collaboratively on a team. In my free time, I love working out, reading, spending time with my dog Scout, and hanging out at the lake with family and friends.

Danna Abella '27 | Legislative Liaison

My name is Danna Abella. I am originally from Edmond, Oklahoma, and my family is from Colombia. I completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Oklahoma, where I majored in Biology and minored in Chemistry. I chose dentistry because I value the opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients and have seen firsthand the profound impact that access to dental care can make, particularly for those who might otherwise go without it. I became interested in ASDA because I appreciate how students can play an active role in shaping their education while also connecting with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Outside of academics, I enjoy going to the gym, playing sand volleyball, and taking long walks with my dachshund, Jimi.

Chloe Scheitzach ‘27 | Community Outreach

Hi! My name is Chloe Scheitzach. I am from Edmond, OK and went to Oklahoma State University for undergrad. I graduated with a bachelor of sciences in Physiology. l've said I wanted to be a dentist since I was about two years old from the influence my family dentist had on my life, However, it wasn't until I volunteered at Oklahoma Mission of Mercy that I knew the career was for me. I love the hands on aspect of dentistry but more importantly, I love pouring into patients and fostering a relationship with them. ASDA has been a source of encouragement and an outlet to create memories with some of the greatest people throughout dental school. I am the community involvement chair this year & I'm so excited to plan events for you all to make these memories and serve the community while doing it!!

Paria Iranpour ‘27 | Membership Coordinator

Paria was born in Iran and has lived in Oklahoma City since the age of eleven. She earned her bachelor's degree in Biology with a minor in Iranian Studies from the University of Oklahoma. Her passion for dentistry began early and was further strengthened through her work as an orthodontic assistant during her undergraduate years.

Paria values building meaningful relationships with her patients and getting to know them beyond the dental chair. She believes that every smile has a story, and her goal is to understand how each patient's unique journe contributes to their smile while helping them feel comfortable and cared for.

She also recognizes the important role that ASDA has played in her dental school experience and is eager to give back to the organization by supporting incoming dental students.

Outside of school, Paria enjoys cooking, traveling, yoga, reading, and spending time with her family and friends

Hi! My name is Chloe Scheitzach. I am from Edmond, OK and went to Oklahoma State University for undergrad. I graduated with a bachelor of sciences in Physiology. l've said I wanted to be a dentist since I was about two years old from the influence my family dentist had on my life, However, it wasn't until I volunteered at Oklahoma Mission of Mercy that I knew the career was for me. I love the hands on aspect of dentistry but more importantly, I love pouring into patients and fostering a relationship with them. ASDA has been a source of encouragement and an outlet to create memories with some of the greatest people throughout dental school. I am the community involvement chair this year & I'm so excited to plan events for you all to make these memories and serve the community while doing it!!

Jaspal Dhesi '27 | Webmaster

Hi, my name is Jaspal Singh Dhesi. I'm originally from Texas and completed my undergraduate studies at the University of Texas at Dallas, where I majored in Healthcare Studies.

I chose dentistry because l've seen firsthand how transformative a smile can be—not just aesthetically, but in terms of confidence and quality of life. Growing up, I noticed how much of an impact braces had on people around me, and that stuck with me.

I'm excited to be part of ASDA because I want to be on a team that's passionate about giving back to the community and supporting one another through the journey of dental school.

Outside of school, I enjoy working out, playing basketball, and getting way too competitive on the pickleball court.

Kevin Kaiser '27 | Publications Editor

Hello, my name is Kevin Kaiser. I'm from Tulsa, Oklahoma. I graduated from Oklahoma State with a major in nutritional science. I chose dentistry because I like the unique patient doctor relationship we are able to have and the immediate positive impact we are able to have on our patients. I wanted to be a part of asda because it's a good way to connect with people from other dental schools and has a lot of great networking opportunities. In my free time I like to golf, exercise, spend time with friends, and travel.

Colin Leonard ‘27 | Tulsa Representative

Hello, my name is Colin Leonard and I’m from Norman, Oklahoma. I graduated from The University of Oklahoma in 2021 with a bachelors degree in Biology. Since I was in high school, I always have wanted to pursue a career in dentistry. As It would allow me to help people suffering from oral pain whilst allowing me to use my hands and be artistic. When I heard about ASDA I saw it as an opportunity to be involved from a leadership perspective and help not only my peers but students pursuing dentistry as well. Outside of school I like to spend my time outdoors, especially skiing and playing soccer!