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Dear Colleagues:
I have never experienced a Homecoming Weekend like the one we just wrapped up. It was packed with more events and activities than I could ever have imagined. Each gathering escalated the excitement and enthusiasm all across campus. And it lasted for four days!
Thursday afternoon kicked off the first-ever, university-wide celebration of endowed chairs -- more than 60 in total. Faculty scholars from our college and others were recognized for their achievements, and the benefactors who support those positions were also acknowledged. I was moved and inspired by the personal testimonials of so many gifted speakers. What a way to start the weekend!
That event was followed by the university's closure of its "But for Ohio State" Campaign. Under a tent that stretched the width of The Oval, I heard from students who expressed their gratitude to the generous donors whose gifts helped raise more than $3 billion in funds that will support student, staff, and faculty initiatives. I was so pleased to represent our college at this celebration of a colossal effort.
Friday opened up with our Post College Assembly event's debut as part of the university's Homecoming Weekend lineup. The day-long continuing education program offered a collection of outstanding speakers, and it provided the perfect venue to present our Distinguished Alumni Award. I truly enjoyed talking with so many of our proud alums, and I was especially pleased to see so many members of our Class of 1966 who returned to campus for their 50th reunion. I heard stories, answered questions about our students, faculty, and staff -- and shared the news about our plans for a new facility. It was a very special time for me.
Later that afternoon I provided our Dental Alumni Society Board of Governors with an update on the college, and I answered many of their questions. This group represents our 11,000-plus alumni, and they come from all across the country to offer their insights and expertise. They're outstanding leaders and I enjoy working with them.
On Friday evening, I attended a university event that celebrated the benefits of student scholarships. It was another proud moment for our college as we were recognized for the support we provide to our students. That gathering was followed by several other opportunities for me to connect with our alumni groups at reunion celebrations across campus and throughout Columbus. There were more stories to hear, questions to answer, and all of it increased the excitement that led up to the Friday evening Homecoming Parade. I watched the parade with our students, staff, and faculty as we anxiously waited for our float to move past the judging tent on High Street. Later that night, we learned we'd done it again! Our float won the first-place prize, and I could not have imagined a better way to end the day.
On Saturday - game day - we held our college's annual tailgate in the Postle Hall courtyard. Hundreds of our alumni were there, reminiscing about the good old days, talking with friends and former classmates, and getting ready for another football win. After the tailgate, my wife and I went to the game and we stayed to the very end, singing Carmen Ohio with all the other Buckeye fans.
I closed out Homecoming Weekend with the final university-sponsored event on Sunday afternoon, a celebratory luncheon for all of Ohio State's Classes of 1966. The gathering included performances by student musical and athletic groups; thoughtful comments from President Drake and representatives from the Ohio State Foundation; and a special appearance by Brutus Buckeye.
After it was all over, I said to my wife, "I can't believe how many great times I've had the past four days." I can only hope our students, staff, faculty, and alumni had a Homecoming Weekend that was as memorable and rewarding for them as it was for me! Go Bucks!
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Dentistry Float Wins First-Place Prize in Homecoming Parade!
Each autumn, the College of Dentistry's dental hygiene and dental students work with faculty volunteers during a week of planning and building a float for the parade that kicks off Ohio State's Homecoming Weekend celebrations.
On September 30, the evening before the Homecoming football game, dentistry's faculty, staff, and students gathered on High Street to cheer on the college's float that featured Brutus Buckeye armed with a giant toothbrush and riding a stallion that galloped over Rutgers' Scarlet Knight.
With its moving parts and giant replica of Brutus, the float was one of the most sophisticated in the parade, giving the college its second win of the top prize in the competition. The first-place prize includes a cash award of $1000,
which will be used to fund the construction of next year's float.
Dean Patrick Lloyd said, "This may be the most complex and creative float our students have produced yet, and I continue to be amazed that they're able to complete such a remarkable project in just one week." He added, "This is the second time our students' efforts have been rewarded with the top prize in this competition, and we're already looking forward to the challenge next year!"
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Homecoming Weekend Brings Alumni Back to Campus
The College of Dentistry's Homecoming Weekend events held September 30 - October 2 brought more than 400 alumni back to campus. This year's special events included Post College Assembly, which offered a day of presentations on ways to implement an evidence-based dental practice.
The weekend's festivities included alumni reunion celebrations for the classes of 1966, 1971, 1981, 1986, and 1991. The college's newest group of Golden Buckeyes gathered for a luncheon with classmates and friends. Dean Patrick Lloyd presented an award and a Golden Buckeye pin to each as a recognition of their 50th anniversary as alumni.
The following day featured the annual tailgate held in the Postle Hall courtyard, where alumni and their families joined faculty and staff to kick off the OSU vs. Rutgers football game.
Thanks to all who participated in this special weekend of alumni reunion events!
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James Cottle, DDS, Joins Fellows of Pierre Fauchard Academy
Dr. James Cottle, an assistant professor in the Division of General Practice and Materials Science, was recently inducted as a Fellow of the Pierre Fauchard Academy. This international honorary dental society focuses on influencing the dental profession by recognizing those whose careers demonstrate the highest levels of professional excellence, integrity, and ethical behavior.
Fellows of the Fauchard Academy are members of the American Dental Association or comparable international organizations, and they are inducted by invitation only. As a Fauchard Academy Fellow, Dr. Cottle is honored for his "contributions to the art and science of dentistry, and for his dedication to service within the profession and around the world."
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Olivia Cook, DDS and Alexander Stamos, DDS Win Top Prize at ODA Competition
Their project titled "Effect of nitrous oxide intranasal ketorolac on the success of the inferior alveolar nerve block in patients with symptomatic irreversible pulpitis" was selected as the "best in show."
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Sukirth Ganesan, BDS, Wins Balint Orban Award
The Balint Orban Memorial Program provides a forum for presentation of clinical and basic science research by periodontal residents. Named in honor of Dr. Balint Orban, a member of the American Academy of Peridontology who was influential in developing the scientific foundations of contemporary periodontics, this competition is open to residents in accredited periodontal programs in the U.S. and Canada. Dr. Ganesan was one of only eight finalists selected to compete for this prestigious award.
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Mackenzie Hoban, D4, Receives Pierre Fauchard Scholarship
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Gretta Seif-Shackelford, DDS, Wins Outstanding Leadership Award
Dr. Gretta Seif-Shackelford, an alumna of the Class of 2016 who is now a General Practice Resident at Detroit-Mercy Hospital, recently received the Outstanding Leadership Award from the American College of Dentists.
The mission of the American College of Dentists is the advancement of excellence, ethics, professionalism, and leadership in dentistry. As a recipient of the Outstanding Leadership Award, Dr. Seif-Shackelford joins an elite group of dental professionals who are recognized for their distinguished leadership in dentistry, public health, or health policy.
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Kimberly Swiantek, BS, MPA, Joins College as Research Office Associate
Ms. Kimberly Swiantek joined the college as a research office associate on August 28. A graduate of the University of Alaska at Anchorage, Kimberly earned a bachelor's degree in psychology and a master's degree in public administration.
Prior to joining Ohio State, she served as a legislative aide for the Alaska State House of Representatives. In her new role, Kimberly supports the daily operations, programs, and initiatives of the college's Office of Research.
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Alumni and Friends Reception, ADA Annual Meeting: October 21
We invite you to join Dean Patrick Lloyd and college faculty for a reception held in conjunction with the 2016 ADA Annual Meeting.
Please join us for this event that will include news and updates on plans for a partial replacement of Postle Hall. In addition, each Buckeye who attends will help us meet the "ADA challenge" -- a nationwide competition to see which dental school can bring out the largest number of alumni. Come along and help us make this another big win for the Buckeyes!
Date:
Friday, October 21
Time: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Location:
Grand Hyatt, Pinnacle Club; Capital Peak B Room;
1750 Welton St.
Denver, Colorado
For more information or to RSVP, please call 614-292-1891 or send an email to: [email protected].
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Alumni and Friends Reception, Greater New York Dental Meeting: November 28
The
Greater New York Dental Meeting
takes place November 25-30. The college will host a reception for alumni and friends on Monday, November 28.
We invite you to join Dean Patrick Lloyd and fellow alumni for this gathering that will include news and updates on plans for a partial replacement of Postle Hall. Don't miss this Buckeye get-together!
For more information or to RSVP, please call 614-292-1891 or send an email to:
[email protected]
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CE Course: Successful Local Anesthesia for Restorative and Endodontic Treatment
Join the College of Dentistry's Continuing Education program for it's course, "Successful Local Anesthesia for Restorative and Endodontic Treatment." Focused on the management of pulpal pain using local anesthesia, the course reviews clinical studies and offers evidence-based strategies and techniques for achieving profound pulpal anesthesia.
Date:
Friday, October 21
Time:
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Location:
Biomedical Research Tower
(Ohio State's Columbus campus)
CE credits:
6
Questions?
For more information and online registration, please
click here
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Join the Bucks for Charity Kickoff Event: October 10
Please join your fellow staff and faculty members for coffee and donuts at the kickoff event on Monday, October 10 from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. in the Postle Hall courtyard.
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Postle Hall
305 W. 12th Avenue
Columbus, Ohio 43210
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