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A Fall Full of Service
A city clean-up, a blood drive, fundraisers, school visits, and screenings at a Special Olympics event were among the service activities that School of Dental Medicine students participated in during the fall season.
Researchers Develop Strategy to Thermally Stabilize Microneedle Vaccine Technology
Researchers use sugar molecules to help eliminate the need for cold-chain storage, a common logistical hurdle for vaccine distribution
Free Dental Clinic at UConn Serves Over 1,000 Smiles
The Connecticut Mission of Mercy Free Dental Clinic took place for the first time on UConn Health’s campus, serving over 1,000 patients in need during the two-day event
Dental Students Provide Free Dental Care to Hundreds in Rhode Island
Weeks before UConn School of Dental Medicine hosts the 2022 Connecticut Mission of Mercy free dental clinic, dental students offered a helping hand to the free clinic in Rhode Island.
Inspiring Dental Students To Pursue Careers in Academia
While many students plan to head straight to the clinics after graduation, the UConn Chapter of ADEA provides students with opportunities to learn about paths associated with academic careers in dental medicine.
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage
For School of Dental Medicine students, Hispanic Heritage Month is not only an opportunity to gather and have fun, it’s also a chance to spread cultural awareness, create memories, and foster community.
Skeletal Biology and Regeneration Students Recognized For Research Excellence
“The multidisciplinary research and broad expertise within Skeletal Biology and Regeneration is a strength of our program,” said Dr. Rosa Guzzo, director of the program.
Service Trips Resume for School of Dental Medicine Students
Students in the Class of 2023 provided screenings and treatment to patients in clinics in Puerto Rico, Maine, and South Dakota.
52 Future Dentists Receive Their White Coats
"Putting on the white coat for the first time ushers in a lifetime of providing compassionate, ethical care," said Dean Lepowsky. "It is a passageway to serving humanity for the rest of your lives and an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals.”
Lalla Recognized with Top Honor from International Cancer Society
“The leadership opportunities in MASCC have allowed me to work with healthcare professionals in several continents to promote supportive care in cancer for patients around the world. Across cultures, languages, and time-zones, we share the mission of improving the lives of patients with cancer," said Lalla.