Announcements
December 2022 dental school faculty updates
West Virginia University School of Dentistry faculty members are able to show their commitment to dental education in a number of ways. Below are highlights of some of their accomplishments.
December 2022 dental school alumni updates
West Virginia University School of Dentistry has a reputation for graduating accomplished dentists and hygienists. We love updates from our alumni. Below are highlights that have been shared with us for the December 2022 edition of enews. To share an alumni update, email sodnews@hsc.wvu.edu or kcoombs@wvuf.org.
Save the Date: Dental school spring alumni association weekend set for April
The West Virginia University School of Dentistry Alumni Association’s 2023 Class Reunion Weekend will be April 21-22. Details and reservation information will be finalized and shared with alumni and friends in January.
Women in Dentistry - Lorena Surber
Dr. Lorena Surber celebrates 50 years as dental hygienist and 32 years as a dentist.
Women in Dentistry - Clara M. Spatafore
Dr. Clara M. Spatafore's career spans the United States Navy, private practice and academics.
Course for dentists and hygienists focuses on understanding addiction
As dentists and hygienists in West Virginia keep up with continuing education requirements, two West Virginia University School of Dentistry faculty members offered learning opportunities in drug diversion, medical emergency, infection control, tobacco cessation and occupational hazards.
WVU professors present at national ADEA meeting
One of the most compelling issues in dental education, past and present, is cost and student debt. The concern intensifies when coupled with uncertainties related to a fragile economy.
WVU dental experts present course for University of Louisville dental school
West Virginia University School of Dentistry and University of Louisville School of Dentistry partnered in November to offer a unique continuing education opportunity to dental health professional educators.
Dental school shares resources for making tax-free gifts
To ensure your gifts will be processed and received in a timely manner, it is recommended that you complete your request with your financial institution or have your check in the mail no later than December 15th.
School of Dentistry job fair highlights need for oral healthcare providers in West Virginia
Recent graduates are finding opportunities with growing benefits in West Virginia. Provider salaries are slowly increasing, tuition reimbursement is sometimes available sign-on bonuses are becoming more common with job offers.