Dentistry
National Science Foundation grant strengthens research
A new grant from the National Science Foundation is strengthening research support at Marquette University through the Marquette University Post-Award Optimization for Strategic Transformation (MU POST) initiative, helping faculty dedicate more time to scholarship, student mentorship and community impact.
Save Your Tooth Month gets state recognition thanks to Marquette faculty dentist
May is Save Your Tooth Month, an annual celebration of the dentists responsible for saving teeth. It’s now officially recognized in the State of Wisconsin, thanks to the efforts of one Marquette School of Dentistry faculty member. Dr. Mohamed Ibrahim, clinical professor and predoctoral program director of endodontics, submitted a request to Governor Tony Evers’…
2026 COMMENCEMENT SERIES | When he’s not shining teeth, he’s shearing sheep
Long before he knew he wanted to pursue a career taking care of people’s teeth, Brady Meudt grew up tending to sheep. Hundreds and hundreds of sheep. The family farm is where Meudt (pronounced “might”) discovered a passion for healthcare, and mentorship through national livestock shows and camps is what instilled a lifelong devotion to…
Faculty honored at Distinguished Scholars Reception
Thirteen faculty members were honored on Thursday, April 16, at the Distinguished Scholars Reception, which recognizes faculty for outstanding achievement in research and scholarship. Lawrence G. Haggerty Faculty Award for Excellence in Research Dr. Julia Azari, professor of political science in the Klingler College of Arts and Sciences Dr. Julia Azari is a nationally recognized scholar of the American…
2026 faculty promotions announced
Faculty promotions and the awarding of emeritus status recognize Marquette educators’ excellence in teaching, scholarship and research.
Marquette School of Dentistry receives $2 million gift from alumnus to endow director of oral and maxillofacial surgery
President Kimo Ah Yun today announced a $2 million gift from alumnus Michael J. Miskella, DDS, and his wife, Rosaleen.
School of Dentistry hosts 27th annual Research Day, announces winners
Marquette University School of Dentistry hosted its 27th Research Day on Tuesday in the Alumni Memorial Union, naming 15 award winners between students and faculty. The day began with a morning research and rounds poster session, featuring dozens of posters representing predoctoral, resident and faculty basic science and clinical research posters. Several of the posters…
Marquette University School of Dentistry Research Day, March 17
The 27th annual Marquette University School of Dentistry Research Day will be held on Tuesday, March 17, starting at 9 a.m. All events will be held in the AMU Monaghan Ballrooms. The morning research and rounds poster session will be held from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The event will feature posters from predoctoral students, graduate…
School of Dentistry adds HealthNet of Rock County as external rotation partner
Marquette University School of Dentistry has established a formal partnership with HealthNet of Rock County as an external rotation site for dental students, expanding the school’s community outreach to southern Wisconsin. Janesville-based HealthNet serves as a valuable site for addressing oral health needs — in addition to its medical and behavioral health clinics — supporting patients from the Janesville area as well as surrounding rural communities…
Marquette dental, MCW students team up to tackle jaw disorders
Jaw pain and discomfort affects millions of Americans, but some conditions are more serious if left untreated. A collaborative event between Marquette’s School of Dentistry and the Medical College of Wisconsin teaches students how to detect and handle those conditions. On Thursday, Feb. 5, second-year Marquette dental students and first-year medical students from MCW teamed…