Texas A&M School of Dentistry

Smiles we remember

Art Upton, who launched the College of Dentistry’s website in the early 1990s, died unexpectedly on April 22. He retired in December 2020 after 28 years at the college, most recently as website administrator. The news was met with disbelief ... Read More

Dr. James S. Cole, dean, presents the Hall of Fame award to Dr. Bettye Whiteaker.

Smiles we remember

Dr. Bettye Whiteaker ’68, ’70 (Perio) was an esteemed alumna who left an indelible mark on the periodontics graduate program at Texas A&M College of Dentistry, distinguishing herself as an alumni leader and steadfast supporter of clinical care and professional ... Read More

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An amazing mentor. A relatable friend. A father figure. This is how colleagues remember Dr. Stephen Crane, retired clinical associate professor in public health sciences. “Dr. Crane was one of the best human beings I've ever known, and it's very ... Read More

Smiles we remember

After news of Drucilla “Dru” Lewis’ passing started to sink in, former colleagues’ funny anecdotes and cherished memories soon followed. Lewis joined the college as a staff member in 1994, making scores of friends over the years before retiring as ... Read More

Smiles we remember

Dr. Ronald Woody, professor emeritus and retired director of Texas A&M College of Dentistry’s prosthodontic residency program, died on Monday, Aug. 26 at Baylor University Medical Center. Dr. Woody, who formally retired in 2013 after a 30-year career at the college, ... Read More

Dr. Roy Rinkle

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Students visit with Dr. Seale during her retirement reception in March 2017.

Smiles we remember: Dr. Suzi Seale

Dr. Suzi Seale has made an enduring difference in the professional paths of pediatric dentistry graduate students for more than four decades. With 23 years of leadership as department head, plus 17 as graduate program director, it’s safe to say ... Read More

Dr. C. Moody Alexander

Smiles we remember: Dr. C. Moody Alexander

Chances are, if you’ve ever received a dollar from Dr. C. Moody Alexander, it’s never been spent. Maybe the bill is tucked into a wallet, or a drawer, or in the case of this writer, posted on a corkboard in your office. And why? Because you’re going to do the right thing. Read More

Clara Hoffman

Smiles we remember: Clara Hoffman

Remembering a life of service Read More

Dr. Stan Ashworth and his wife, Karen during his 2012 retirement reception

Smiles we remember

Dr. Stan Ashworth Read More