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39 years of change
After 39 years with Texas A&M School of Dentistry (43, if you count her time as a student) Dr. Barbara Miller celebrated her retirement July 27.
New undergraduate research program emphasizes health inequities
Undergradate students from across the country dove into oral health data this summer in a new research program - Biomedical Informatics and Behaviorial Sciences - at Texas A&M School of Dentistry.
Administrative update
Three interim department heads at Texas A&M School of Dentistry were recently named to those positions permanently. Each faculty member brings years of experience and insight to their respective departments.
McWhorter surprised with named endowment
Dr. Alton McWhorter was surprised with news of an endowment created in his name at the annual American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Conference.
Progress Notes: Dr. Shirley Lewis
Dr. Shirley Lewis first discovered the field of forensics in the pages of popular fiction and nonfiction, but her curiosity evolved into a professional pursuit. Today, the clinical assistant professor at Texas A&M School of Dentistry is a leading voice in the field of forensic dentistry.
Smiles we remember: Dr. E. James Cundiff Jr.
Dr. Ellsworth James Cundiff Jr., a longtime faculty member of Texas A&M School of Dentistry, passed away at age 89 on March 13. Cundiff is remembered as a favorite among students, the school’s first oral pathologist and also an avid ...
Five graduate from 2023 post-baccalaureate program
It’s not always the swift who win the race, Dr. Kerin L. Burdette said, but it’s those who keep enduring. This was demonstrated June 21 with a graduation ceremony for five members of the 2022-2023 Post-Baccalaureate Program.
Commencement 2023
More than 160 graduates were celebrated during the 2023 Texas A&M School of Dentistry commencement ceremony May 26.
Smiles we remember: Dr. Hilton Israelson
Dr. Hilton Israelson, a well-known periodontist and longtime faculty member at Texas A&M University School of Dentistry, passed away May 19, 2023, at the age of 73.
A&M leadership spotlighted at SCDA meeting
With several faculty members in attendance, the dean serving as keynote speaker and a pediatric resident honored with a leadership award, Texas A&M School of Dentistry was well represented at the Special Care Dentistry Association’s annual meeting in April.
Faculty offer final tips to class of 2023
Faculty from across Texas A&M School of Dentistry gathered to offer congratulatory messages, words of wisdom and continued support for the newest members of the dental community.
Graduation ceremony set for Friday
Everything you need to know about this year's commencement ceremony