Announcements
Coming and Going - WVU School of Dentistry Faculty and Staff
The start of a new academic year always brings faculty and staff changes. We appreciate the service and dedication of those who are moving on to new adventures and congratulate those joining us in new roles as we look forward to an exciting year. Additional faculty and staff changes will be provided in later updates.
From Interim Dean Panagakos - A time to pause and to prepare
"I wish everyone a restful balance of the summer, and I look forward to returning in August and the start of a new academic year," said Dr. Foti Panagakos
Department of Dental Hygiene announces top students
Dental school's hygiene department announces 54 of 83 hygiene students earned grades to place them on the President's List or the Dean's List.
In memory of Dr. Michael J. Meador - Associate Dean of Clinical Education and Patient Care
Our thoughts are with the family and friends of Dr. Michael J. Meador. Below is a message shared by Dr. Anthony Tom Borgia upon learning of Dr. Meador's passing. (Obituary online.) Dr. Meador passed away June 24. He was 67 years old.
Dental school alumni association president provides COVID-19 and graduate message
Dr. Michael George writes, "There is no doubt you will leave this institution prepared for the practice of dentistry, dental hygiene or to pursue further professional goals."
Dental school emphasizes message of diversity, equity and inclusion
Considering the sensitive, unfortunate, and disturbing events related with the horrific murder of an African American citizen, George Floyd, in Minneapolis, MN, and the tragedies of many others such as Breonna Taylor and Robert Fuller, the West Virginia University School of Dentistry Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Committee expresses its deep concern and condemns all acts of prejudice, violence and discrimination.
2020 DDS graduates receive dozens of awards
A total of 17 students in the class of 2020 were recognized.
Dental hygiene class of 2020 award recipients
The Department of Dental Hygiene at the WVU School of Dentistry has 18 awards and scholarships to share with exemplary students.