Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

This Black History Month, an orthodontics resident is doing his part to honor the legacy of Black historical figures.

Sixteen learners joined the DDS Class of 2026 this January as part of the Program for Advanced Standing Students.

Inspired by the call to duty and honoring their ancestors and fellow community members, four School of Dentistry learners have dedicated themselves to serving their country while improving oral health care.

Twenty-nine residents and graduate learners joined the School of Dentistry this summer to specialize and further their oral health education.

Members of the School of Dentistry gathered for exercises in connection and teambuilding this week. 

Students and staff attended the Student National Dentist Association conference this July in New Orleans, gaining connections and insights about diversity, dentistry and more. 

The inaugural cohort of MnCORE learners are making an impact on research projects throughout Moos Tower.

The School of Dentistry welcomed 134 incoming learners into the DDS Class of 2027, the Dental Therapy Class of 2026 and the Dental Hygiene Class of 2025. 

We move forward with hope and conviction.  

For Archita Jain, DDS ’24, disability and anti-ableism have been important topics from a young age. Those experiences shaped who she is and her career path—and they led her to an intensive fellowship during dental school.