Special Events
Events
Thursday, October 16, 2025
Welcome Reception | 2:15pm – 3:15pm
Join your colleagues for a conference social hour sponsored by Align to kick off the meeting with suppliers in the exhibit hall. Food and beverage available.
Alumni Receptions | 4:30pm – 5:30pm
Enjoy a reception with your fellow residency program alumni from these programs. Pre-registration is required.
- A.T. Still University
- Oregon Health & Science University (member only)
- University of California San Francisco
- University of Nevada Las Vegas
- University of the Pacific
- University of Washington (guests allowed at additional fee)
Friday, October 17, 2025
Component Breakfasts | 6:30am – 7:30am
Join colleagues from participating component societies for breakfast and discussion. Pre-registration required; some fees may apply.
- Arizona State Orthodontic Association
- California Association of Orthodontists
- Nevada State Orthodontic Society
Ortho Idol | 9:45am – 11:15am
Don’t miss your chance to hear three up-and-coming speakers. Each Ortho Idol contestant will have 20 minutes to share their message. At the end, audience members will vote on the winner, to be featured next year as a speaker at the 2026 WOCON Annual Session.
Orthoconnect | 10:00am – 11:30am
A mentorship program open to residents and new & younger members in their first 10 years out of residency. Participation will be limited.
Are you ready to make long lasting mentor relationships in your orthodontic journey? Join us at this unforgettable morning of networking, guidance, and meaningful connections at the OrthoConnect Speed Dating Event!
New & Younger Member Meet-Up & Mai Tais | 2:45pm – 3:45pm
Join your colleagues for mingling, munchies, and Mai Tais at this networking event sponsored by Align. This event is for new & younger members only. Pre-registration is required; limited space available.
Luau Closing Celebration | 6:00pm – 8:40pm
Everyone is invited to eat, drink, and celebrate in the traditional Hawaiian way. This event can’t be missed. No need to make separate plans! We’ll have a full luau experience for attendees to include a lei, luau dinner, live entertainment/luau performance, and fireworks! This event WILL sell out. Space is limited.
A SEPARATE TICKET MUST BE PURCHASED FOR THE LUAU CLOSING CELEBRATION
Saturday, October 18, 2025
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND
Women Orthodontists Breakfast | 6:30am – 7:30am
The PCSO/RMSO invites all women orthodontists and residents to register for the Women Orthodontists Breakfast. This event will begin with a brief inspirational program but is primarily intended as a venue to bring together women from all areas of the PCSO & RMSO. Join us to share experiences and increase connections! Limited space available; pre-registration is required.
Ortho Educators Lunch | 11:30am – 12:30pm
Join your educator colleagues for discussion about the current happenings in orthodontic education and lunch. Pre-registration is required; open to faculty of orthodontic residency programs.