2026 Wisconsin Oral Health Coalition Meeting

Join us for a two-day in-person gathering of WOHC in Wausau to connect, learn and advance oral health equity across the state.
About this Event

Wisconsin Oral Health Coalition In-Person Meeting
Oct. 21-22, 2026 | Wausau, WI

Wednesday, Oct. 21
Northcentral Technical College
We’ll kick off the event in the evening at Northcentral Technical College, which began enrolling students in Wisconsin's first dental therapy program this fall. The evening will feature guided tours of the facility, hors d’oeuvres, and an engaging panel discussion focused on dental therapy and workforce innovation.

Thursday, Oct. 22
Hilton Garden Inn Wausau
The second day of programming will take place at the Hilton Garden Inn Wausau, with a robust lineup of speakers and discussions, including:

• Prof. Michelle Arnett, DHSc, MS, RDH (University of Minnesota) presenting on dental motivational interviewing
• A panel on rural health
• Robert Houle presenting on indigienous oral health
• A panel on dental professional education in Wisconsin, including the new General Practice Residency Program
• Highlights and insights from the Wisconsin Department of Health Services Oral Health Program

This is a valuable opportunity to network with oral health professionals, advocates, and stakeholders from across the state. We hope to see you there!

Lodging

We have reserved a block of rooms at the Hilton Garden Inn Wausau at the rate of $169/night. Please click here to book your room by Sept. 20.

The following nearby hotels offer government rate room pricing:

• Best Western Plus Wausau Tower Inn (6 min. drive to Hilton Garden Inn)
• Holiday Inn & Suites Wausau-Rothschild (9 min. drive to Hilton Garden Inn)
• Best Western Plus Wausau-Rothschild Hotel (10 min. drive to Hilton Garden Inn)