The School of Dentistry Class of 2023 graduates walked across the stage with smiles on their faces as they were applauded for their persistence and resilience during their time in dental school and for choosing a challenging career of service to others and to their communities. 

In 2023, the school graduated three Ph.D. students, 38 master's degree students in the various dental specialties, 39 dental hygiene students and 128 dental students during the ceremony at Hill Auditorium.

"Today we salute each graduate's decision to go forward in a career that will touch and significantly improve the lives of thousands of people in your work as practicing dentists, hygienists, researchers and educators." said Interim Dean Jan Hu.