Dean's Message

In recent weeks, our college has been at the forefront of a series of events that underscore our role and engagement in organized dentistry. The impact of organized dentistry is monumental, from our leading professional bodies like the ADA, ADEA, and AADOCR to local chapters and specialized groups such as the IDA. These organizations are instrumental in creating networks among practitioners, researchers, and scholars, all while nurturing the advancement of our field. A heartfelt thanks to everyone who dedicates their time to this essential endeavor! To our students, I encourage you to explore how you can contribute to organized dentistry. It’s a fulfilling way to advance professionally and to contribute to our field. Cheers! ~Clark Stanford

Updates for March 22, 2024–March 28, 2024

Stanford named OKU President

Dean Clark Stanford was named the Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) Supreme Chapter President at OKU’s General Business Meeting in New Orleans. OKU is a prestigious honor dental society founded in 1914. Achieving a national officer position in the organization requires service and dedication to the profession.

Kanellis’ cookbook raises over $8,500 for Pediatric Smiles Fund

Professor of Pediatric Dentistry Michael Kanellis helped raise over $8,500 for children’s dental care with the sale of his cookbook, “Iowa Mike’s Family Recipes.” If not for the efforts of dental students Zach Graham and Sydney Fisher, Kanellis may never have been able to combine his passion for cooking with children’s dental care.

Dentistry professor explores post removal strategies for generalists

An Yi Ma's research investigating various types of fiber post removal strategies lays the foundation for an evidence-based set of practices for fiber post removal in a general dentist's office.

Hawthorne joins the Executive Committee

Austen Hawthorne, Revenue Cycle Manager in the business office, has joined the College of Dentistry’s Executive Committee as the staff representative. The Executive Committee is composed of elected and appointed staff in leadership roles, department heads (DEOs) and deans of the college.  The purpose is to advise the administration, perform activities and propose policies for the function and welfare of the college’s students, staff, and faculty.

Semprini named AADOCR DDI Oral Health Equity Research Awardee

Jason Semprini, a postdoctoral researcher in the College of Public Health, was named a recipient of the American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR), Delta Dental Institute (DDI) Oral Health Equity Research Award on March 13 at the IADR/AADOCR annual meetings on March 13. Semprini will pursue research that evaluates the effect of Medicaid dental service access on oral cancer treatment and outcomes.

Connecting with alumni on LinkedIn

Graduating or moving to a new part of the country to practice? The official University of Iowa LinkedIn page has a tool to help you find other UI alumni in your area. From the main page, find the “alumni” tab and you can search for UI alumni by title, location, major, and more. There are more than 158,000 alumni in this public database. 

Apply to be a 1stGen@Iowa Student Advisory board member

The Student Advisory Board is accepting applications for the 2024-25 1stGen@Iowa Student Advisory Board. Any student who identifies as first-generation is eligible to apply for the 1stGen@Iowa Student Advisory Board. Students do not have to "be registered" as first-gen in their student record to apply. To learn more about this opportunity, please go to the 1stGen@Iowa Student Advisory Board Webpage. 

Lend a helping hand

Due to her own health-related needs, Ashley Marzocchi has exhausted her sick leave and vacation. If you would like to help Ashley by contributing vacation time, please go to the following website: CAT Leave, and click on “Catastrophic Leave Donation Form.”

Events

March 22, Collection for Domestic Violence Intervention Program for International Women's Day, First Floor Link, most requested items include: black hair care products, women's undergarments, reusable plastic dishes and cups.

March 27, Birdie Personal Safety Alarm handout on the west side of campus, College of Pharmacy, 2:00-4:00 p.m. *While supplies last.

April 9, Seminars in Dental Research: Ping Zhang, "Periodontitis: from local destruction to brain dysfunction," hosted by Huojun Cao, Galagan B, 12:00-1:00 p.m.

April 9, "Patient aggression toward the dental team," Galagan A, 12:00-1:00 p.m.

April 11, University District Dental Society Social, Field Day Brewery, 6-8 p.m.

April 12, Live Distance Course: An update on Posterior Restorations with Dr. Hiromi Saisho.

April 16, Seminars in Dental Research: Xiaohua Liu, "Bio-inspired Materials for Dental and Craniofacial Tissue Regeneration," hosted by Hongli Sun, Galagan B, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

April 25, Seminars in Dental Research: Ronald Stauss, "Blessings in Disguise: Finding Wisdom from Facial Difference," hosted by Steve Levy, Galagan B, 12-1 p.m.

May 2, IDEAS24 Welcome Happy Hour for Dental Students, 4:30 - 6 p.m., Iowa Athletic Club Restaurant

May 3, Dental Alumni Reception in conjunction with the IDA Annual Meeting, Hyatt Regency Coralville, IA. 4-6 p.m. Iowa Athletic Club Restaurant

May 17, IASDA Talent Show at the Coralville Center for Performing Arts emceed by Dr. Michael Kanellis and Dr. Karen Baker. $5 admission. Email Amam Nasir to sign up for a performance slot.

August 2, Prospective DDS Student Interview Day

August 8, Prospective DDS Student Interview Day

August 14, Prospective DDS Student Interview Day

August 29, Prospective DDS Student Interview Day

September 13, Prospective DDS Student Interview Day

September 13-14, Dentistry Alumni Reunion Weekend (years ending in 4s and 9s)

September 19, Prospective DDS Student Interview Day

September 30, Prospective DDS Student Interview Day

October 4-5, Iowa Mission of Mercy (IMOM), Sioux City, Iowa, Tyson Events Center

October 18, Prospective DDS Student Interview Day

October 30, Prospective DDS Student Interview Day (Virtual)

November 7, Prospective DDS Student Interview Day

Notes and Resources 

Lend a helping hand. Due to family caregiving needs, Alanna Keating has exhausted her sick leave and vacation. If you would like to help Alanna by contributing vacation time, please go to the following website: CAT Leave, and click on “Catastrophic Leave Donation Form.”

Filling Station Menu

Hours: M-R: 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; F: 7:30 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

The Hawkeye Smile banner image shows dental students during the 71st Anniversary of the UI's Iowa Section of the AADOCR