Dan Reiner
Shake it off, again: An oral history of the School of Dentistry music video that went viral
On a chilly, cloudy Saturday in November 2014, Marquette University School of Dentistry was jamming to Taylor Swift. In the hallways and elevators, on countertops and operatory chairs, dental students were dancing away to one of Swift’s most popular and recognizable songs. What began as a student’s idea to show off the dental school to…
Interactive event brings awareness to special care dentistry for International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Marquette University School of Dentistry commemorated International Day of Persons with Disabilities by hosting its second annual public education event on Friday, Dec. 6.
Photo gallery: School of Dentistry marks renovation milestone with opening of Delta Dental Urgent and Special Care Clinic
Marquette University School of Dentistry celebrated a major milestone in its facility revitalization campaign Tuesday with the grand opening of the Delta Dental Urgent and Special Care Clinic. A ceremony held Tuesday commemorated the multi-year effort to renovate the school’s educational clinics and upgrade technology and equipment throughout the 120,000-square-foot -building. The completed renovations better…
Dental school forum brings Native health care, culture to light
Leaders from Wisconsin’s lone Indian health center recently visited the state’s only dental school to discuss dentistry, public health and the cultural impact of serving Native populations. November’s “Bridge Building Session,” an educational forum hosted by Marquette University School of Dentistry’s Office of DEI & Belonging, featured a forum-style conversation with guests from the Gerald L. Ignace…
A message from School of Dentistry Dean Elsbeth Kalenderian
Dear valued colleagues, I am thrilled to see the accomplishments and progress being made in our school every day. Many of those highlights found their way into this edition of Behind the Smiles, but I want to touch on a few other matters. I am pleased to know we have warmly welcomed Dr. Elisabeta Karl,…
School of Dentistry announces senior staff promotions
Dr. Elsbeth Kalenderian, dean of Marquette University School of Dentistry, has announced changes to the school’s senior staff in the areas of external and student affairs. Carol Trecek, Arts ’86, Grad ’91, has accepted the position of assistant dean of external affairs after 30 years as director of continuing education and alumni relations. She will…
Adjunct Marquette professor named to American College of Dentists’ Board of Regents
Dr. Nancy Larson, adjunct professor in Marquette University School of Dentistry, was elected a Board of Regents member for the American College of Dentists at the organization’s annual meeting in New Orleans. Her appointment was effective Oct. 17. Larson, a Marquette dental school graduate and current general practice dentist in Mequon, represents the ACD’s Regency…
Combining arts and dentistry: A Q&A with new Associate Dean of Academic Affairs Dr. Elisabeta Karl
On the wall above her desk, Dr. Elisabeta Karl has two side-by-side paintings, each depicting a white bridge over water. Though similar, the images differ in their details. Those paintings, which are interpretations of the same image by her twin school-aged children, help remind Karl of the methodology she applies to higher education. “They were…
New Pediatrics Clinic opens at School of Dentistry
Work was recently completed on the fully-renovated Pediatrics Clinic in the Marquette University School of Dentistry.
Photos: Marquette School of Dentistry celebrates 130 years on campus
The Dental Department at Milwaukee Medical College opened on Sept.26, 1894, and by 1913 merged with Marquette University. Learn more about its history.