Students

Everyone in the School of Dentistry has a story about their decision to embark on a career in this field, and each one has a similar moment of truth — applying to dental school and then waiting (and waiting!) to be accepted. 

We’re an exceptionally creative group of people here in health sciences, and that’s evidenced at the exhibition happening through the Community Arts @ Health Sciences program.

Attending and presenting at professional meetings is an excellent way for students to network, make important connections and increase their understanding of the dental profession.

Born in Ukraine, she became a US citizen and enlisted in the Army. Now she’s ready to combine service to patients and country.

A summer job in college prepared a first-year DDS student for his future in more ways than he could have ever expected.

For Megan Wass, BSDH ’26, MDT ’27, the path to higher education hasn’t been easy. But her passion, dedication and hard work have turned her dreams into a reality.

Serving his community has given Mushtaq Wahidy, DDS ’28 purpose and strength throughout his life. Today, it’s shaping his career aspirations and his dental school experience.

Riley Leslie, DDS ’28, has a pretty demanding job—but it’s one that’s prepared him for dentistry in surprising and unexpected ways. 

For Avé Koenig, DDS ’28, becoming a dentist means more than choosing a career path: it’s personal.

At the University of Minnesota School of Dentistry, patient care is at the heart of everything we do.