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The Gift that Keeps on Giving: Boston University Medical Campus Anatomy Donor Memorial Service Returns as an Annual End-of-Year Tribute
The 2024 Boston University Medical Campus Anatomy Donor Memorial Service, “Garden of Gratitude,” took place on Friday, May 3, in Hiebert Lounge. This was the first BUMC anatomy donor memorial service since 2019. For Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine and Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine students, body dissection is a critical part of their anatomy education, making the memorial service an emotional rite of passage. More
Dentistry Across Continents: GSDM DMD Students Expand Cultural and Clinical Knowledge during 2023 International Externship Exchange Program Trips
The GSDM International Externship Exchange Program offers fourth year DMD students an opportunity to travel and learn directly from partnering dental schools. While each exchange program trip is different, all participating students gain global perspectives on healthcare systems and patient needs from clinical seminars and observing/assisting in clinical procedures. The 2023 exchange program students share their candid experiences. More
GSDM Community Given New Beginnings and Endless Opportunities During 2024 ADEA Annual Session & Exhibition
From winning second place in student poster competition to being elected to officer appointments for various ADEA committees, sections, and special interest groups, the GSDM community was active during the 2024 American Dental Education Association Annual (ADEA) Session and Exhibition, held from March 9-12 in New Orleans, Louisiana. More
Student Spotlight: GSDM Student Appointed to American Student Dental Association National Leadership Position
GSDM student Max Prince DMD 25 was appointed to Council on Membership Associate, a national leadership position with the American Student Dental Association (ASDA) for the 2024-2025 academic year. More
Research Spotlight: GSDM Faculty Member Led Promising Mobile App Development Targeted for Unmotivated Smoker Intervention
A mobile app focused on stress and mood management shows promise as an intervention for smokers who are not yet motivated to quit, indicating the need for further study, according to the results of a feasibility study published in JMIR Formative Research in April 2024. More
Alumni Spotlight: Three GSDM alums are 2024 ADA “10 Under 10” Award winners
Three GSDM alums were named winners of the American Dental Association’s 2024 “10 Under 10” Awards. Ana Keohane DMD 16, Dr. Jessica C. Williams DPH 23, and Dr. Austin Lee AEGD 16 were recognized for their significant philanthropy, leadership, and/or advocacy efforts in the dental field. More
GSDM Student-Driven Project Targets Educating Underrepresented High School Students about Various Dental Professions
Dr. Michelle Henshaw SPH 96 DPH 07, GSDM associate dean of global & population health, said high school students from diverse backgrounds need more exposure to various dental career opportunities before they need to plan their educational paths. Since 2020, Henshaw has been working with oral healthcare students to develop an online presentation aimed at high school student populations that are historically underrepresented in the dental profession. More
Thinking Outside the Box: Science Day 2024 unveils innovative research from GSDM community
During GSDM's annual Science Day on March 7, almost 50 students, residents, and fellows presented their latest research, highlighting and celebrating their forward-thinking experimentations and accomplishments. More
Community Voices: Female Role Models for Women’s History Month
March is Women’s History Month, a month-long celebration of the noteworthy achievements and contributions of women of all backgrounds, from the historical trailblazers to the modern-day activists and everyone in between. We wanted to showcase the everyday inspirational women who have made a difference in our lives, and so asked members... More
“Behind the Scenes” of Goldman Gala with Amanda Modelevsky, GSDM Director of Meetings & Events
For the second installment of our ongoing “Behind the Scenes” series, we spoke with Amanda Modelevsky, GSDM director of meetings & events, about how she prepared for this year’s Goldman Gala in a brand-new location, the SoWa Power Station. More