Miles for Smiles sets fundraising record
More than $20,000 was raised at the 2024 Miles for Smiles, setting a new record for the annual collaborative fundraiser between Texas A&M School of
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49th annual Research Scholars Day
Dental and dental hygiene students showcased their latest research at the 49th annual Research Scholars Day April 3. “Today has been so fun,” said first-year
Chasing a dream
Third-year dental student Madeline Lynn was recently awarded the 2024 ADEA/Crest Oral-B Scholarship for Predoctoral Dental Students Pursuing Academic Careers. The $5,500 scholarship is presented
Alumni spotlight: Dr. Brian Bishop
Life is about balance, said Dr. Brian Bishop, ’06. The Texas A&M School of Dentistry alum takes this to heart, balancing family life, a dental
Sinkford speaks on leadership, trailblazing
Dr. Jeanne Sinkford has been a trailblazer most of her life. Invited by Dean Lily T. García and the Student National Dental Association, Sinkford shared
Dr. Jagadeesh recognized by AAOMR
Dr. Yashaswini Jagadeesh, a second-year OMR resident, was recognized late last year by the American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology at its annual conference
Going digital
Thanks to a new software, developed through a collaboration between Texas A&M School of Dentistry and the College of Engineering, the school’s sealant program will
A day in their scrubs
Hometown: I grew up in San Angelo, Texas. I wasn’t born there, but I was raised there. It’s basically your Western town. Rodeos are big
Sam McDonald retires after 33 years
Security Chief Sam McDonald is retiring Feb. 28 after 33 years with Texas A&M School of Dentistry. He has been a staple of the school,
Dr. Barbara Miller granted emerita status
Texas A&M University recently granted emerita status to Dr. Barbara Miller, retired Texas A&M School of Dentistry faculty member. She was named associate professor emerita
Dental hygiene program represented at career fair
Representatives of Texas A&M School of Dentistry’s dental hygiene program attended a career fair Feb. 2 at St. Philip and St. Augustine Catholic Academy. Dozens
Gould joins dental school, Mallonee takes on new role
Texas A&M School of Dentistry welcomed Dr. Douglas J. Gould Feb. 1 as the associate dean for academic affairs. Gould joins the dental school from
Envisioning the future: Cherri Kading celebrates retirement
Cherri Kading has always had a vision for her career. As a young dental assistant, wife and mother, it led her to pursue a dental
Smiles we remember: Tom Sullivan
Former student loan officer Thomas “Tom” Sullivan passed away Jan. 21, 2024. Sullivan joined the dental school in 1994 in the business office, and over
Three in a row
Dr. Madhu K. Nair, professor of radiology, department head of Diagnostic Sciences and director of the Imaging Center at Texas A&M School of Dentistry, was
Faculty members honored at annual retreat
Texas A&M School of Dentistry kicked off the new semester with its annual faculty retreat, presenting awards across a variety of categories including research, teaching
How to support the pocket pantry
With the new year and new semester underway, Texas A&M School of Dentistry’s pocket pantry is in need of donations to best serve the student
School continues longstanding toy drive tradition
Texas A&M School of Dentistry again joined the annual toy drive benefiting Community Partners of Dallas, fulfilling holiday wishes for more than 80 children in
Prioritizing students’ physical and mental health needs
Attending school can be a challenging balancing act for dental and dental hygiene students. There is rigorous coursework, a major time and financial commitment, plus
GRACE luncheon returns honoring ‘unsung heroes’
Staff members in security, facilities and environmental services were honored Nov. 29 at the annual GRACE event. GRACE – “Gathering Respectfully to Appreciate Compassionate Employees”
Holiday fun ahead of finals
A series of holiday events helped ring in the season and provided a festive break leading up to final exams at Texas A&M School of
A day in their scrubs
Daniel Hupp is a third-year dental student at Texas A&M School of Dentistry. Before that, he was a Naval Flight Officer in the U.S. Marine
What are you thankful for?
We have a lot to be thankful for here at Texas A&M School of Dentistry. We asked some of our community what they’re most thankful
In dogged pursuit
Fozzie’s eyes slowly close, and as he begins to lightly snore in the middle of a lecture, dental hygiene student Cora Owens exchanges knowing smiles
Our People
Angela Wilson wears several hats at Texas A&M School of Dentistry. She is program coordinator for public health sciences and the office of social services,
TMJ disorders call for conservative care
Opening and closing your mouth is an action taken for granted by most people, but if you suffer from temporomandibular disorders, it can be painful
School honors veterans
Texas A&M School of Dentistry celebrated its veterans and military service members with a Veterans Day breakfast and wellness walk Nov. 10. “I’m surprised how
HSDA celebrates Día de los Muertos
The Hispanic Student Dental Association marked Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, with pastries and an ofrenda Nov. 3. Third-year dental student
Faculty honored at tenure and promotion celebration
Texas A&M School of Dentistry faculty members who had earned a promotion and/or achieved tenure were celebrated at a breakfast Nov. 9. This is the
Promise of a bright future
The dental hygiene class of 2025 and dental class of 2027 received their white coats Nov. 3, marking a rite of passage in their education.
Good food and fun times at fall fest
Faculty, staff and students took a break from their busy schedules to celebrate Halloween at the annual fall festival Oct. 31. There were a number
Milner awarded one of ADA’s highest honors
Dr. Bill Milner of Asheboro, North Carolina, received the 2023 American Dental Association Humanitarian Award for spending more than 48 years prioritizing oral health equity
Peace of mind
Higher education, especially in a city like Dallas, is an expensive prospect. The cost of tuition, living expenses and commuting, adds up quickly, but many
Fall sealant program sports new look
Texas A&M School of Dentistry’s sealant program kicked off the fall semester with a fresh, new look. The program is now supported by a new
50 years in the making
Texas A&M School of Dentistry hosted the class of 1973 for their 50th reunion Oct. 18. The alumni toured the campus and were treated to
Novel move
Alumna Dr. Tamie Dearen Erratt has been giving people a reason to smile for almost 40 years, first as a dentist and now as a
Celebrating the past, fostering the future of dental hygiene
The dental hygiene class of 2003 has a lot to celebrate in 2023. Not only has it been 20 years since they graduated, but
More than a century of smiles
Texas A&M School of Dentistry celebrated 118 years of service on Oct. 3. Founded in 1905 as State Dental College, the school has undergone many
Running ahead
Athletics have always been a big part of Dr. Carlos Parra’s life. Parra, director of postdoctoral periodontics at Texas A&M School of Dentistry, played in
Bringing the Aggie Spirit to Dallas
After a week of fun activities, including a scavenger hunt and a visit from Reveille, Howdy Week 2023 has come to a close at Texas
A day in their scrubs
Hometown: I grew up in Little Elm, Texas, which is kind of north up by Frisco. I’ve been in Dallas pretty much my whole life.
Making the machine work
During the second annual Staff Awards Luncheon, eight Texas A&M School of Dentistry employees were honored for their work ethic, team spirit and for going