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Meet the Faces of GSDM: Kendrick Smaellie, Assistant Director of Predoctoral Research and GSDM’s Center for Clinical Research Program Manager
Kendrick Smaellie, assistant director of predoctoral research and program manager at GSDM’s Center for Clinical Research, has spent a decade guiding members of the GSDM community in their research endeavors. In this staff spotlight, she talks about how she is here to help answer any administrative-based research questions, no matter how big or small. More
Tooth Talk: Q&A with Janvi Mody PERIO 23 28
For the next edition of "Tooth Talk," we spoke with Janvi Mody PERIO 23 28. She discussed how periodontology is the specialty for her and her evolving role in research projects. More
Meet the Faces of GSDM: Doreatha Martin, Central Sterilization Manager
As central sterilization manager, Doreatha Martin oversees day-to-day operations for Central Sterilization and the dispensaries. In this staff spotlight, Martin shares her day-to-day routine and her greatest GSDM accomplishments. More
New Eco-Friendly Reusable Gowns in SLC Following ASDA Sustainability Multi-Year Audit
Starting in the 2025-2026 academic year, reusable gowns will be used in the school’s Simulation Learning Center, replacing disposable gowns and helping to reduce the volume of single-use waste produced by the dental school. This change comes after a three-year-long audit initiated by the Sustainability Committee of GSDM’s American Student Dental Association (ASDA) chapter. More
Alumni Spotlight: GSDM alum named Iowa New Dentist of the Year
Alyssa Darling DMD 16 was named the Iowa Dental Association 2025 New Dentist of the Year. More
“The Power of Collaboration and Compassion:” GSDM Class of 2025 International Elective Externship Participants Discuss Aboard Clinical Experiences in Rural Communities
During the 2024-2025 academic year, GSDM students, alumni, and faculty participated in “mission trips” to five countries as part of the school’s International Elective Externship program, which offers fourth-year DMD students an opportunity to provide dental care outside of a typical clinical situation to individuals who lack regular access to care. During an informational session on April 29, students who participated in the program shared their experiences. More
GSDM Community Volunteered Over 1,200 Hours During 2025 Global Days of Service
One hundred and thirty-four GSDM alumni, students, residents, faculty, and staff contributed 1,255 volunteer hours during the 2025 Boston University Global Days of Service, an annual university-wide community service initiative that gives back to local, national, and international communities. More
June is LGBTQ+ Pride Month: A Spotlight on GSDM Safe Zone Training
In recognition of June being LGBTQ+ Pride Month, we are spotlighting the GSDM Safe Zone trainings, informational sessions about LGBTQ+ terminology/concepts, cultural competency, and inclusive language offered periodically throughout the academic year. More
Staff Spotlight: Lori Davis, Assistant Dean for Strategic Initiatives, receives 2025 John S. Perkins Award for Distinguished Service
Lori Davis, assistant dean for strategic initiatives, was named one of three 2025 Boston University John S. Perkins Award for Distinguished Service recipients—the highest honor for Boston University staff. More
Dr. Ashwini Ranade Named Inaugural Recipient of an Award From the Dr. Jonathan D. Shenkin, DDS, MPH Research Fund
Dr. Ashwini Ranade, clinical associate professor of health policy and health services research, has been named the inaugural recipient of an award from the Dr. Jonathan D. Shenkin, DDS, MPH Research Fund. More