• Our Alumni are Leaders in Dentistry

    In recent years, collegiate alumni or former faculty have included one university president, five Big Ten dental deans, three ADA trustees, three ADEA presidents,  and an IADR president. In addition, over 80% of Iowa Dental Association presidents are our alumni.

  • Dedicated to Serving Iowa

    Nearly 80% of Iowa's dentists are alumni of the University of Iowa College of Dentistry delivering over $800 million in oral health care services to Iowans annually. An estimated 99% of Iowans are within a 30-minute drive of a practicing University of Iowa alumnus.

  • Have a Legacy of Giving Back

    Of all the professional schools at Iowa, dental alumni love and support our university and our college. Help us pass on that legacy to future generations. 

Alumni News

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Innovation over time

Monday, June 15, 2026
Innovation at Iowa didn't happen overnight. It has been built over decades through new technologies, evolving patient care and a commitment to discovery. Here's a brief look at advances the College of Dentistry has made.
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2026 Commencement Photo Gallery

Thursday, June 11, 2026
On Friday, June 5, the University of Iowa College of Dentistry and Dental Clinics held it's 2026 commencement ceremony to celebrate DDS and specialty program graduates.
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31 students provide care at His Hands Dental Clinic

Wednesday, May 27, 2026
During the 2025–26 academic year, 31 University of Iowa College of Dentistry students, one resident, and one dentist volunteered their time at His Hands Dental Clinic in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

Alumni Events

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2026 College of Dentistry Alumni Reunion

Friday, September 11 to Saturday, September 12, 2026 (all day)
The Graduate, Iowa City
Celebrating class years ending in 1s and 6s
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2026 College of Dentistry Alumni Reunion

Saturday, September 12, 2026 (all day)
The Graduate, Iowa City
Celebrating class years ending in 1s and 6s
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Alumni Staff

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Jack Rossi

Associate Director, External Relations
The University of Iowa
310 Dental Science Building N
Iowa City, IA 52242-1010
319-335-9268
jack-rossi@uiowa.edu

Barb Colbert

Barb Colbert

Secretary
The University of Iowa
347 Dental Science Building N
Iowa City, IA 52242-1010
319-335-7159
barbara-colbert@uiowa.edu