Dr. Jack Dillenberg had the privilege of introducing Dr. George Bluespruce at the Shils Board Gala where he received a Shils Award for his career in dentistry. He joined Dr. Jeanne Sinkford as an award recipient. Dr. Sinkford was the first woman to be a dental school dean in the U.S. Dr. Bluespruce was honored for being the first American Indian to graduate from a U.S. Dental school and for his work as Assistant Surgeon General for the U.S. While there, Dr. Jack also attended the board meeting.
ATSU hosted the Southeast Maricopa County Regional Council for First Things First Conference on system building and expanding collaboration. Dr. Jack serves as  the Vice Chairman of the Council.