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2009 Omicron Kappa Upsilon Convocation

The 33rd Convocation of the Xi Omicron Chapter of OKU, a national dental honor society, was held on May 14 at the Hilton University of Florida Conference Center. Two UF College of Dentistry faculty members and ten graduating seniors were inducted into

34th Annual Commencement

The Curtis M. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts was awash in lavender and emotion on May 15 when the University of Florida College of Dentistry held its 34th Annual Commencement.

Rave Reviews for Acid Etch 2009

The Fourth Annual Acid Etch Talent Show, May 6, raised $1,500 for Love Without Boundaries, received rave reviews and showcased amazing, not-so-hidden talents of UF College of Dentistry students and faculty.

Wheeler Named Eminent Scholar

Timothy Wheeler, D.M.D., Ph.D., professor and chair of the University of Florida College of Dentistry’s Department of Orthodontics and Assistant Dean for Advanced and Graduate Education, was appointed the Academy 100 Eminent Scholar Chair.

Morton Receives ADEA Award

Nicklaus Morton, D.D.S., a resident in the Department of Endodontics, recently received the Journal of Dental Education Outstanding Manuscript Award at the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) during their annual meeting in Phoenix, Az.

Four Faculty Receive FEOs

Four UF College of Dentistry faculty received UF Faculty Enhancement Opportunity (FEO) awards for Summer and Fall of 2009: Thomas A. Brown, Ph.D.; Frank Catalanotto, D.M.D.; Lexie Holliday, Ph.D.; and Mary Stavropoulos, D.D.S.

Bald for a Cause raises almost $20,000

Months ago, two D.M.D. students made a commitment to raise money for the American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life. They formed team “Bald for a Cause” and raised more money than any University of Florida team.

What’s with all those antennas on the dental tower?

They’re not just there for decoration – they’re talking to the world and the stars. Really. Since 1981, the tower has been home to the Gator Amateur Radio Club (GARC), the ham radio club station for UF.

Seventh Annual Research Day

Have you ever found yourself wondering what happens in all the Dental Tower labs when you’re wandering around a floor, looking for an office or meeting room? The colleges Seventh Annual Research Day was an excellent opportunity to find out.

Sam Brill retires after 32 years of service

Sam Brill, who joined UF in 1977 and the College of Dentistry in 1980, retired on March 31, 2009. The college hosted a farewell reception on March 23 and commemorated the day by declaring it “Sam I Am” day.

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