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School of Dentistry celebrates employees reaching service milestones
Faculty and staff members at the UT San Antonio School of Dentistry were recognized for milestone anniversaries of service within The University of Texas System during the UT San Antonio Health Science Center’s annual Service Anniversary Celebration.
Josh Murillo receives 2026 AADOCR Student Research Fellowship
Josue “Josh” Murillo, a student in the COSTAR DDS/PhD program at the UT San Antonio School of Dentistry, has been named a recipient of the 2026 American Association for Dental, Oral, and Craniofacial Research (AADOCR) Student Research Fellowship.
53rd Annual Convocation of Omicron Kappa Upsilon Mu Nu Chapter
On May 14, 2026, the Omicron Kappa Upsilon (OKU) Mu Nu Chapter hosted its 53rd Annual Convocation and Awards Banquet, celebrating the achievements of dental students, faculty and distinguished guests at The University of Texas at San Antonio School of Dentistry.
Next generation of oral health leaders graduate from UT San Antonio School of Dentistry
The University of Texas at San Antonio School of Dentistry celebrated its newest graduates on May 18 during a commencement ceremony at St. Mary’s University, awarding 198 degrees to the next generation of oral health professionals. The graduating class included 170 Doctor of Dental Surgery degrees and 28 Bachelor of Science degrees in Dental Hygiene.
2026 Predoctoral Convocation Awards Ceremony
The University of Texas at San Antonio School of Dentistry hosted its annual Predoctoral Convocation Awards Ceremony in early April, celebrating the achievements of predoctoral dental students who demonstrated exceptional dedication, leadership, service and academic excellence throughout the academic year.
2026 School of Dentistry Senior Awards Ceremony
On May 22, 2026, just three days before graduation, the University of Texas at San Antonio School of Dentistry held its annual Senior Awards Ceremony for Doctor of Dental Surgery graduates at Magnolia Pancake Haus.
KENS 5: UTSA graduates from health programs walk the stage
KENS 5: UTSA graduates from health programs walk the stage
UT San Antonio integration expands opportunities for health professional students
A pediatric dentistry resident at UT San Antonio is balancing specialty training with collegiate hockey, reflecting a new student experience that gives health professional students new opportunities to pursue their passion and purpose.
UT San Antonio student researchers help shape future of dental care
A study published in the Journal of Dental Anesthesia and Pain Medicine explores an emerging approach to delivering local, fast-acting dental anesthesia while reducing the lingering numbness often associated with traditional techniques.
Drug shows promise for halting chronic pain before it starts
Scientists at The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) are investigating a major immune system pathway that leads to the development of chronic pain and a drug that has the potential to stop the process in its tracks. Their study, published April 22 in Cell Reports, is the first of its kind to show a path toward the prevention of chronic pain.
Health professional schools celebrate commencement, academic milestones
When the 1,190 spring and summer graduates of The University of Texas at San Antonio’s six health professional schools walk across commencement stages this weekend, they will begin the next chapter of careers and advanced training dedicated to improving health and well-being. The achievement is the culmination of countless hours spent in laboratories and study rooms, lecture halls and clinical spaces.
A journey across continents
A childhood dental visit set Nana Opoku Ansah on a path across continents. Graduating from the School of Dentistry this May, she’s preparing to specialize in pediatric dentistry to change how the next generation experiences care.
Thais Phillips, DDS, MSDS, named interim director of the Advanced Education in General Dentistry Program
The UT San Antonio School of Dentistry is proud to announce the appointment of Thais Phillips, DDS, MSDS, as interim director of the Advanced Education in General Dentistry (AEGD) Program, effective May 18, 2026. Dr.
School of Dentistry 44th Annual Research & Clinical Symposium
The School of Dentistry celebrated its 44th Annual Research and Clinical Symposium at the end of February in the Holly Auditorium and Foyer at UT San Antonio Health Science Center. This year’s symposium welcomed a full auditorium as doctoral students, post-doctoral residents and faculty presented a total of 38 oral and poster research projects.
School of Dentistry student earns top honors at ADEA Annual Conference
Students, faculty, and alumni from the UT San Antonio School of Dentistry represented the institution at the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Annual Session and Exhibition in Montreal, Canada, in late March, participating in poster sessions and engaging panel discussions.
Anibal Diogenes, DDS, PhD, appointed associate dean for special projects
The UT San Antonio School of Dentistry is pleased to announce the recent appointment of Anibal Diogenes, DDS, PhD, as associate dean for special projects, effective March 1, 2026. Dr. Diogenes will continue in his current role as chair of the Department of Endodontics.
Yong-Hee P. Chun completes year of leadership as president of Southwest Society of Periodontists
Yong-Hee P. Chun, DDS, Dr med dent, MS, PhD, professor and director of research in the Department of Periodontics at the UT San Antonio School of Dentistry, has concluded a successful term as President of the Southwest Society of Periodontists (SWSP) for 2024–2025. At the SWSP Winter Meeting held in Dallas in February 2026, Dr.
Becker’s Dental Review: 20+ dental education updates to know from Q1
Becker’s Dental Review: 20+ dental education updates to know from Q1
MarketWatch: UT Health San Antonio announces $6.5 million gift to strengthen pediatric health workforce through new Harvey E. Najim Pediatric Health Scholars Program
MarketWatch: UT Health San Antonio announces $6.5 million gift to strengthen pediatric health workforce through new Harvey E. Najim Pediatric Health Scholars Program