COD News Bites
Top 15 Most Viewed Stories & Videos
April - June
1.
College of Dentistry celebrates accomplishme
nts
Members of the college community recognized at ceremonies.
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2.
UNMC Periodontics Program celebrates 60th anniversary
Alumni, faculty, staff and residents gather to celebrate and honor faculty members Gerald J. Tussing, DDS, MSD and Wayne B. Kaldahl, DDS.
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3.
Alumni Spotlight: Dr. Kenneth L. Kalkwarf shares his story with students
Dr. Kalkwarf describes his journey "from a Nebraska farm boy to a career in academic dentistry."
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4.
Students use virtual reality to build hand skills
First-year dental student Laura Shaw demonstrates how students use Simodonts to build hand skills and talks about the Simodont student tournament.
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5.
Andrea Auer receives Silver U award for going above and beyond
Andrea is the clinic supervisor and a dental assistant at the College of Dentistry Omaha Dental Clinic.
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6.
A conversation with Dr. Aimin Peng
Dr. Peng, a 2022 UNMC Distinguished Scientist, describes his research on DNA damage responses.
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7.
Students share "why Dr. Nawshad is an extraordinary educator"
Students share stories about Dr. Ali Nawshad, the recipient of the 2022 UNMC Outstanding Teacher Award.
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8.
Research Day showcases students' oral health research projects
The winners share behind-the-scenes details about their projects and thank their faculty mentors.
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9.
Dr. Gregory Bennett receives prestigious Batenhorst teaching award
Dr. Bennett was honored by the Dental Class of 2022.
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10.
Sydney Armstrong receives UNMC Student Impact Award
Sydney was recognized by the UNMC Student Senate for her contributions to the UNMC community.
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11.
Faculty recognized by students for their dedication to teaching
The dental and dental hygiene classes share stories about the recipients of the Faculty Recognition Awards.
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12. Logan Lawrence wins senior case presentation competition
Four senior dental students presented the results of a patient case. The winner, Logan, describes the competition and her winning presentation.
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13. ASDA hosts high school and college students interested in dentistry
Students complete hands-on activities and see what it's like to be a dental student.
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14.
Julie Heyl, clinical services manager, retires
Julie shares her favorite memories of her 27 years at the college.
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15.
Alumni Spotlight: Eastview Family Dental celebrates 100 years
The family-run practice was founded by Merritt C. Pedersen, DDS, a 1922 graduate.
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Dr. Isaac Covarrubias, a GPR resident, and his wife, Rachel, welcomed a beautiful baby girl, Lucia Kathleen Covarrubias, on May 4.
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