Events
2025 Three Minute Thesis Competition
Thursday, November 13, 2025 1:30pm to 3:30pm
The University of Iowa’s Three Minute Thesis (3MT) competition challenges graduate students to clearly and concisely articulate complex research to nonspecialist audiences.
Join us on Nov. 13 at the Iowa Memorial Union (IMU) International Ballroom.
The 3MT competition will be held from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. in the IMU International Ballroom (2nd floor). Join us to see our amazing 3MT finalists present their incredible research at the final competition. This event is open to the entire UI campus and...
College of Dentistry Commencement Ceremony
Friday, June 5, 2026 3:00pm
Date and time are subject to change; the venue and location will be published the session prior.
Doors will open one hour prior to ceremony start. No tickets required.
The ceremony will be livestreamed.
College of Dentistry Commencement Ceremony
Friday, June 4, 2027 3:00pm
Date and time are subject to change; the venue and location will be published the session prior.
Doors will open one hour prior to ceremony start. No tickets required.
The ceremony will be livestreamed.
News
Dr. Ariene Leme Kraus Receives NIH Grant to Investigate Causes of a Common Dental Condition
Monday, July 28, 2025
Dr. Ariene Leme Kraus received an NIH grant to investigate how subtle changes in enamel and dentin contribute to the development of noncarious cervical lesions—a common and often painful dental condition. Her work aims to uncover the underlying mechanisms of tissue breakdown, laying the groundwork for earlier diagnosis and more effective, personalized treatments to improve long-term outcomes for patients.
A Smile for Hanny
Monday, July 14, 2025
Hanny arrived at His Hands Dental Clinic in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with many teeth that were unrestorable or infected. Dr. Jeffrey Akey ('87 DDS) and six volunteer UI dental students came together to give Hanny her smile back.
The Impact of Adjunct Faculty
Monday, July 14, 2025
Now a practicing dentist in Des Moines, Dr. Brian Dang ('24 DDS) still falls back on his relationship with mentor and adjunct faculty member Dr. Salvador "Buddy" Atienza ('94 DDS).
Dr. Azeez Butali Awarded NIH Grant to Discover Rare Genetic Risk Factors for Orofacial Clefts
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Dr. Azeez Butali has been awarded an NIH grant to identify rare genetic variants that contribute to orofacial clefts, the most common craniofacial birth defect. His work focuses on African populations and aims to improve early diagnosis, prevention, and care. The findings could lead to more personalized treatment strategies for children and families affected by clefts worldwide.
Manafi secures 2nd Place in International Hatton Award Competition
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
University of Iowa College of Dentistry third-year dental student Saba Manafi won second place in the prestigious Hatton Competition during the International Association for Dental Research (IADR) General Session, held June 25-28 in Barcelona, Spain.
UI College of Dentistry stands out at IADR Conference
Wednesday, July 9, 2025
The University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics made a strong impression at the 2025 International Association for Dental Research (IADR) General Session, held June 25–28 in Barcelona, Spain.
Griffin receives Steve Vercande Award
Thursday, June 26, 2025
Third-year dental student Emma Griffin was presented the Steve Vercande Award during a special ceremony on June 24, 2025.
Dr. Steven Levy Supports Development of Clinically-Relevant Caries Risk Index
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Dr. Steven Levy is co-investigator on an NIH-funded study developing a clinically meaningful caries risk index using national survey data. He’s helping ensure that the tool reflects real-world dental practice, with the goal of improving risk assessment and patient outcomes in clinical settings.
Dr. Azeez Butali awarded prestigious Fulbright to advance human genetics research in Nigeria
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Dr. Azeez Butali, professor of oral pathology, radiology, and medicine in the UI College of Dentistry, has been awarded a Fulbright to further his groundbreaking work in human genetics.
Butali awarded Honoris Causa Award from National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria
Wednesday, June 18, 2025
Dr. Azeez Butali was awarded the Honoris Causa Award from the National Postgraduate Medical College of Nigeria. This prestigious award recognizes medical specialists who have demonstrated exceptional excellence clinical care and training.
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