Faculty and Staff
‘Inspirational leader’ retires
After 35 years at Texas A&M University College of Dentistry, Dr. Paul Dechow said farewell to his role as associate dean for academic affairs and hello to retirement on Sept. 1. He will continue his research in an adjunct capacity. ... Read More
Interim dean gets to work
Dr. Lynne Opperman plunged into her interim dean role at Texas A&M College of Dentistry. Read More
Dental Hygiene Teacher of the Year
Maureen Brown, clinical assistant professor in the Caruth School of Dental Hygiene, remembers how her own teachers inspired her, which she now applies in her own classroom. Read More
Dental Teacher of the Year
Dr. Sarah Parker Allen relishes the creative aspects of her role in teaching removable prosthetics—from creating curriculum to making demo videos—which combines her love for art with science. Read More
Reeling in the years
It’s not unheard of for newly hired Texas A&M College of Dentistry faculty and staff to settle in and stay a while. As the years fly by, milestone work anniversaries—starting at 20 years and up in 5-year increments—are usually marked ... Read More
An ACE in hand
Dr. Lavern Holyfield, assistant dean for diversity and faculty development and clinical professor of comprehensive dentistry, was recently awarded a 2021 Accountability, Climate and Equity (ACE) Award, more specifically the Diversity Advocacy and Change Award, by the Texas A&M University Student ... Read More
Chalk one up for teaching
Dr. Jayne Reuben, instructional associate professor in biomedical sciences, has been named a 2021 Provost Academic Professional Track Faculty Teaching Excellence Award recipient. She is one of 10 Texas A&M University faculty members recognized for providing meaningful learning experiences, valuing ... Read More
Transition at the top
Dr. Lawrence Wolinsky will step down as dean of Texas A&M College of Dentistry on June 1. Read More
Faculty awards, reflections
Eight faculty members were honored at Texas A&M College of Dentistry’s virtual faculty awards ceremony on Feb. 25. Read More
A military salute to mentors
When Texas A&M University student veterans graduate, they receive an appreciation coin to share with their most inspirational faculty or staff mentor. One of those coins recently made its way to Texas A&M College of Dentistry. Read More