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What Will Your Legacy Be? “My family grew up with dentistry, loved dentistry, and was involved with dentistry. I am happy to be able to support the institution that provided me with an outstanding education.” — Bill Black (D.D.S., 1956)
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oody Hayes’ immortal call to “pay forward”has long rung true for Nancy and Dr. Bill Black (D.D.S., 1956), who volunteer with The Ohio State University, The American Cancer Society, and activities in the Zanesville area.
Black, who are retired following his successful dental career in private practice.
Dr. Black and his wife have set up a Charitable Remainder Trust and made a gift of the building that had housed his private dental practice for 40 years. They named the College of Dentistry the beneficiary and explained to family members about their financial plans and goals. “This was a viable option for someone in retirement, like me, who had appreciated property,” explained Dr. Black. “Ohio State really helped us out and made it easy to do.” Dentistry is a multi-generational profession for the Black family. Besides Dr. Black, his grandfather, father, and uncle were dentists and his daughter is a dental hygienist. Ohio State’s Office of Planned Giving offers many gift options to benefit you and the College of Dentistry. For more information, call (614) 292-2183 or (800) 327-7907 or email to plangive@osu.edu.
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In This Issue: Dean’s Message . ...................................................................................... 2 College News Student News............................................................................................. 3 Admissions Update.................................................................................... 5 Faculty/Staff News..................................................................................... 7 Spotlight on Research Study Shows Larger Animals Have. Slower-Moving Muscle Cell Proteins.......................................................10 Alumni Profiles Alumnus Escapes as Hurricane Katrina Hits His LSU Office.................12 ON THE COVER:
Grads Give Back .......................................................................................18
Dr. Harris Bowman (center), assistant professor of dentistry, visits with dental
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students Heather Crockett-Washington, D3, and Dawn Broyles, undergraduate DentPath student, at a Diversity Reception sponsored
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Alumni Office Update.............................................................................. 22 Student Government Update................................................................. 23 Coming Events and Class Reunions........................................................24 Class Notes............................................................................................... 29 In Memoriam............................................................................................. 30
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Quarterly Corrections We apologize for a few oversights in the fall 2005 issue of the Quarterly: • On page 5, in a list of entering dental students who have alumni relatives, one family connection was missed: Emily Cheyney, D1, is the daughter of David Underwood, D.D.S., ’75. • In a group photo on page 39, Dr. Lance Senn was mentioned in the photo caption but not pictured, due to a photo cropping error. We regret these errors.
Jan E. Kronmiller, D.D.S., ’78, Ph.D. Dean, OSU College of Dentistry
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Dear Friends, One of the most rewarding dividends of a faculty career is the chance to interact with our students— those bright young people who will soon share our profession. Alumni often tell us they are also energized by our students and would like more opportunities to interact with them.
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Looking outside the college, we’ll share with you the story of an alumnus who escaped Hurricane Katrina and the changes that devastating experience have made in his life. We’ll also take a look at two alumnae who have carried the OHIO Project’s focus into their dentistry careers, through work in a public health clinic.
In this issue, we’ll share information on schedules for upcoming alumni events including class reunions and the Alumni Tailgate.
As I mentioned in my introduction to the annual report mailed with this magazine, I am completing my five-year term as dean in a few months and have informed the provost that I do not wish to be appointed to a second term. I will be returning to the faculty. As I look back on the past five years, I’m gratified by our combined accomplishments: increased research dollars and volume, increased donor support, higher-caliber entering students, a better pass rate for our students on Part II of the national boards, a nationally recognized outreach program, and, most recently, a successful accreditation visit.
Also paging through this issue, you’ll find statistics on the current composition of our latest entering dental class for autumn 2006, who again for the third straight year have an average entering grade point exceeding a 3.5.
We’ve accomplished so much and we’ve come so far together. My heartfelt thanks for all your support and collaboration through the years, and I look forward to our continued association from a different point of view in the future.
You’ll get an inside look at some faculty research that uncovered a new pattern in how the movement of muscle proteins differs between small and large animals—research that may one day help to shed light on the mechanisms affecting jaw closing.
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This fall, one well-received opportunity occurred at a reception hosted by our Student National Dental Association (SNDA) chapter, as several dozen students, alumni, and faculty gathered to honor three of their own. (See photos on the cover and on page 4.) Another group of students—our scholarship recipients—gathered to write thank-you notes to our scholarship donors, as recounted on page 6.
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Student Recognized Nationally For Outstanding Research Heidi Snider, D.D.S./Ph.D. student, received one of three awards for “Most Outstanding Work in Basic Science Research” at the Hinman Student Research Symposium in October. Presenting the award are (left) Dean Russell O. Gilpatrick of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Dentistry and (right) Dr. Wayne T. Tadsen, president of the Hinman Dental Society. Snider was among 87 students from 39 educational institutions in the U.S. and Canada competing for this prestigious national honor. Her research topic was, “Biomechanical Signals Are Anti-Inflammatory and Stabilize Muscle Cell Phenotype.” Her research project was directed by Dr. Sudha Agarwal, professor and section head of oral biology, and was supported by the College of Dentistry’s Comprehensive Training in Oral and Craniofacial Sciences training program.
Research Day Features Student Work At the 22nd Annual College of Dentistry Research Day in February, 57 students showcased their research, while faculty joined them to hear featured speakers from both inside and outside the college. Guest speakers from other disciplines at Ohio State included Dr. John Lannutti, associate professor of materials science engineering; and Dr. Steve Lee, associate professor of biomedical engineering. Speakers from the College of Dentistry faculty included Dr. Scott Schricker, assistant professor of restorative and prosthetic dentistry; and Dr. Sarandeep Huja, assistant professor of orthodontics. Awards for the student research presentations will be announced at Post College Assembly in May.
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SNDA Recognizes Three Dentists The Student National Dental Association (SNDA) recognized three dentists for their commitment to students and to the ideals of SNDA at a reception on November 16. Joe Hines, D2 student and president of SNDA, left, and Jan Kronmiller, D.D.S., dean of the College of Dentistry, right, recognize honorees: Dr. George Boston, a retired faculty member and the first tenured African American faculty member at the university; Dr. Harold McDaniel, a scholarship donor and 1958 graduate of the college; and Dr. Harris Bowman, assistant professor of dentistry (who subsequently retired). 4
Convocation Ceremony Set Faculty and graduating dental and dental hygiene students will attend the convocation ceremony on Sunday, June 4, at 2 p.m. in Mershon Auditorium, featuring speaker Archie Griffin.
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Amber Christenson, D4 student, was one of four students nationally to receive a scholarship and an expense-paid trip to the fourth annual Pipeline, Profession, and Practice: Community-Based Dental Education meeting, held last fall in Washington, D.C. The award was based on her essay addressing how her community-based clinical experience has expanded and changed her view of health disparities.
Kelly-Marie Barr, a junior in dental hygiene, published an article in the February edition of Access, a journal of the American Dental Hygienists’ Association, entitled “Making Every Pediatric Appointment Child’s Play.” Beverly McClure, associate clinical professor, dental hygiene, mentored Barr in writing this article.
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ENTERING CLASS...............................................100
APPLICANT POOL............................................ 1109
RESIDENCY Ohio.......................................................................74 Out of State............................................................26
RESIDENCY Ohio.....................................................................233 Out of State.......................................................... 876
DISTRIBUTION BY STATE OH..... 74 DE.....01 UT..... 12 IN.....01 ID.....04 NV.....01 AZ.....03 WA.....01 CA.....02 WV.....01
DISTRIBUTION BY STATE (top 8 states) OH..... 233 PA.....54 UT..... 141 IL.....44 CA..... 131 AZ.....41 MI.......83 IN.....40
GENDER Male..............................................................68 (68%) Female.......................................................... 32 (32%)
GENDER Male............................................................ 740 (67%) Female........................................................ 369 (33%)
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AGE Average..................................................................25
ETHNICITY African American....................................................01 Asian Pacific Islander.............................................. 11 Caucasian...............................................................80 Hispanic..................................................................01 Native American.................................................... 00 Other......................................................................01 DNR........................................................................06
ETHNICITY African American....................................................40 Asian Pacific Islander............................................ 216 Caucasian.............................................................730 Hispanic..................................................................32 Native American.....................................................06 Other......................................................................56 DNR........................................................................29
GRADE POINT AVERAGE Overall GPA........................................................ 3.53 Science GPA....................................................... 3.42 Non-Science GPA............................................... 3.70 BCP (Bio, Chem, Physics)................................... 3.40
GRADE POINT AVERAGE Overall GPA........................................................ 3.27 Science GPA....................................................... 3.15 Non-Science GPA............................................... 3.46 BCP (Bio, Chem, Physics)................................... 3.12
DAT SCORES (range 1–30) Academic Average............................................19.16 Total Science.................................................... 18.93 Perceptual Ability..............................................19.05
DAT SCORES (range 1–30) Academic Average........................................... 18.36 Total Science.................................................... 18.25 Perceptual Ability............................................. 18.28 (As of March 9, 2006)
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Students Thank Scholarship Donors By Thomas Dauber
$100,000—that’s the average amount of money students owe when they graduate from the College of Dentistry. But because of caring alumni, dentistry grads are finding much needed relief in the form of endowed scholarships.
“With a scholarship,” noted Rachel Lewandowski, D3, “You don’t have to worry about checking your finances all the time—and can take more time to study.” Thomas Dauber is annual giving and stewardship coordinator at the College of Dentistry.
In November, scholarship recipients gathered to prepare thank-you notes to show their appreciation to the benefactors who support their studies. This past fall, more than 110 College of Dentistry students, approximately 25 percent of the college enrollment, received a total of nearly $90,000 in scholarships.
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While there are numerous funds providing scholarships at the college, one of the oldest is the Dr. and Mrs. Victor L. Steffel Memorial Fund. Dr. Steffel ’26 and his wife, Marie, have assisted hundreds of College of Dentistry graduates through their giving. This fund benefits exceptional first-year students. To be eligible, a student must have a grade point average in the upper 10 percent of the entering class and have scored in the upper 20 percent on the dental admission test. To renew this scholarship, the student must remain in the upper 20 percent of the class. This year, 16 of the college’s brightest scholars received this honor and it has really made a difference. “It’s definitely been a help,” noted Eric Gabrielson, D1, student. Travis Royce, D1, agreed. “It takes the stress—the edge—off of the financial burden,” he said.
These students are among the many Ohio State dental students who enjoy a lighter load financially, thanks to scholarships donated by alumni.
Dental students sign thank-you notes to show their appreciation to scholarship donors.
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Annual College Awards Presented Several key awards were presented to College of Dentistry faculty and staff members at the 2005 Holiday Party, in recognition of their service and accomplishments.
Postle Teaching Award Dr. Bob Seghi, professor of restorative and prosthetic dentistry, was honored with the 2005 Postle Teaching Award, awarded by the college faculty to recognize excellence in educational program development and classroom presentation skills. Dr. Seghi is involved in both preclinical labs and clinical teaching and is an advisor in the graduate program. Students commend Dr. Bob Seghi his excellent classroom presentation skills. His efforts in curriculum revision have improved the D.D.S. curriculum. He also serves as a course director, has repeatedly given well-accepted continuing education presentations, and has been invited to present at the American Association for Dental Research.
Mark Dawson Memorial Staff Award Mary Lloyd, histotechnician in OMF pathology, received the Mark Dawson Memorial Staff Award which recognizes outstanding contributions by a full-time staff member to the college mission. Lloyd, who has been with the college for more than 20 years, was commended for being highly professional, positive, and helpful. Her dedication, long hours, and quality work also were highlighted.
In addition to Lloyd, other college staff nominated for this award and recognized for their outstanding contributions included: Jan Bourke, dental hygiene; Erich Brauer, primary care; Robbie Hall, oral and maxillofacial surgery; Emily Lyles, assistant to the dean; Debbie Pack, dental radiology; Jim Rodriguez, orthodontics; Debbie Vagnier, instructional aids assistant; and Cheryl Whistler, dental faculty practice.
Stazen Senior Research Award Dr. Scott Herness, professor of oral biology and neuroscience, received the Stazen Senior Research Award, which recognizes significant long-term research accomplishments at the associate professor or professor rank. Dr. Herness joined the college in 1997 as an associate professor and has served as a professor since 2003. He oversees the neuroscience graduate study program. His research focuses Dr. Scott Herness on transduction methods of gustation and he has recently received a five-year grant for over $1 million from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), in addition to previous support from the NIH and the National Science Foundation. He has published in highly respected journals in his field, with 21 peer-reviewed papers since his appointment to the college. He has served on the editorial board of Journal of Dental Research, has been active in reviewing grants, and was recently appointed to the Communications Disorders Review Committee of the National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders.
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Dr. Buchsieb Receives National Professional Recognition Dr. Walter C. Buchsieb, D.D.S., ’55, M.S. ’60, retired clinical associate professor of dentistry, received the Distinguished Service Award from the Great Lakes Association of Orthodontists at the October 30 meeting in Bermuda. Dr. Buchsieb was recognized for his service to the profession over the years. He served the college in various faculty clinical positions for 20 years before his retirement in 2004. The Great Lakes Association represents a five-state region of the American Association of Orthodontists.
book Clinician Guide to Tobacco Cessation recently published by the American Academy of Oral Medicine. The book is available for sale through the academy. Dr. Mohammad also has produced a tobacco cessation Dr. Abdel Rahim program for oral health Mohammad professionals, including dental students, which consists of a monograph and CD-ROM. The program is distributed to dental students each year, and is also available to alumni. For more information, contact Dr. Mohammad at mohammad.6@osu.edu, or (614) 292-1001.
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Dr. Michael Rowland, director of diversity, was recently appointed by the American Dental Education Association (ADEA) board of directors to the Minority Affairs Advisory Committee for a three-year term beginning in 2006. The committee’s focus is to foster an understanding and enhancement of human diversity in dental education. Dr. Rowland also was recently Dr. Michael Rowland appointed to the American Dental Association Committee on Educational Measurements and Testing, a standing committee of the Council on Dental Education and Licensure.
Tobacco Cessation Materials Published Dr. Abdel Rahim Mohammad, director of community outreach and engagement programs and geriatric dentistry, served as editor for the reference
Dr. Gibson-Howell Receives National Appointment Dr. Joan Gibson-Howell, assistant clinical professor of dental hygiene, has been appointed to serve on the American Dental Hygienists’ Association Council on Education and as chair of the Institute of Oral Health for 2005–2006.
New Director Named for Dental Faculty Practice Jennifer Small has joined the college as director of the Dental Faculty Practice. With previous service at the OSU Medical Center, she has a wealth of experience in health-related business management. Small holds a bachelor’s degree in medical technology from Ohio State and a master’s degree in health and human services from Youngstown State University. Jennifer Small
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Retirements Announced Dr. Harris Bowman Harris Bowman, D.D.S. ’74, retired in December, after 30 years of service to the college. Dr. Bowman has served as assistant professor of restorative and prosthetic dentistry and has maintained his private practice since 1975. He previously served as a dentistry course director, and since 1999 has served as director of refresher dental education. A graduate of Wilberforce University, he served in the United States Air Dr. Harris Bowman Force before entering dental school. Dr. Bowman holds membership in a variety of dental professional organizations and has served on many college committees. Dr. Bowman was selected as instructor of the year by the 1998 graduating class of the College of Dentistry.
Dr. Robert Kunovich Robert Kunovich, D.D.S. ’71, retired in December, after 32 years of service. He joined the college as an instructor in the section of periodontology in 1973, after serving as captain of the U.S. Army Dental Corps at Madigan Army Medical Center, in Tacoma, Washington. In 1978, Dr. Kunovich was named assistant
professor in the section of periodontology, and in 1984, he became assistant professor of restorative and prosthetic dentistry. Dr. Kunovich also has operated a private practice since 1985. Throughout his career, Dr. Kunovich has been a course co-director, served as lead coordinator of United Way for the college, served as faculty advisor for Xi Psi Phi dental fraternity, and participated in community service through the Columbus Health Department Children’s Dental Clinic. A member of Pierre Fauchard Academy, he holds membership in a variety of scientific and professional organizations.
Dr. Frank Pulskamp Frank Pulskamp, D.D.S. ’71, retired in January, after 27 years of service at the college. Following graduation, Dr. Pulskamp spent eight years in active military service. He completed his prosthodontic training at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in 1977 and became certified by the American Board of Prosthodontics in 1981. Dr. Pulskamp retired from the U.S. Army Reserves in December 1993. He has managed the college’s in-house dental Dr. Frank Pulskamp laboratory since 1995 and has taught many courses in complete and removable prosthodontics.
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study shows larger animals have slower-moving Muscle Cell ProteinS By Jaron M. Terry, APR
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widely known truism states that “the bigger they come, the harder they fall.” Now, the research of noted physiologist Peter Reiser, Ph.D., has scientifically proven a variation of this saying. Specifically, Dr. Reiser and his colleague, Sabahattin Bicer, Ph.D., D.V.M., have shown that the larger the body mass of an animal, the more slowly its muscle proteins move.
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of Muscle Research and Cell Motility, is important because it may lead to greater understanding about how muscles work at the molecular level and how they work more economically in larger animals. “One of the goals of craniofacial research is to understand the molecular mechanisms that allow the masseter and temporalis (jaw-closing muscles) to be so specialized,” notes Dr. Reiser. “If we can understand what features—at the molecular level—humans share with carnivores and what we don’t, we may be able to better understand jaw closing mechanisms, which may help to advance dentistry.”
Dr. Reiser, who is professor of oral biology in the OSU College of Dentistry and professor of physiology and cell biology in the OSU College of Medicine, explains that the duo’s comparative physiology and biochemistry work focuses on comparing proteins that are present Peter Reiser, Ph.D., professor of oral biology in muscle cells. Their To date, Dr. Reiser and groundbreaking study, which Bicer, who is a postdoctoral was supported by a grant from the National Science research associate, have examined a muscle protein Foundation and was recently published in the Journal (specifically, MLC 1F) of 19 mammalian species,
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ranging from the tiny, common venomous shrew to an elephant that recently died at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Their research shows that there is a difference in the mobility of this protein across species, which might be related to how this protein affects muscle economy. They are working to develop a molecular explanation for these differences in muscle economy across species. “I’m most excited about providing a more complete understanding of the extremely diverse muscle properties that are found in the biological world,” says Dr. Reiser. “What gets me out of bed in the morning is getting to the lab and learning more about new species and how their muscle functions meet the demands of each animal. How muscle cells are specialized from species to species to meet differing motor/locomotor functions really is fascinating,” he adds. For example, he notes that, although a shrew needs to be extremely fast to outpace predators, an elephant needs to have a higher level of economy of motion to move its huge body mass. Drs. Reiser and Bicer measure contractile properties of single muscle cells, then load protein samples from these cells onto a specialized gel. The proteins in complex mixtures from cells then separate based on their differences in mobility, so that specific proteins can be identified. “This process enables us to say which protein is responsible for which physiologic property, to the level of detail where we can say which type of cell operates the leg for specific
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motor activities and which type of cell drives specific movements of the jaw, for example,” he explains. Dr. Reiser says that in certain disease states some of the muscle cell proteins are altered, accounting at the molecular level for muscle behavior changes. His research to this point has focused on skeletal muscles in limbs, but will likely translate to a better understanding of more complex muscles, such as laryngeal, as well as jaw muscles. “What the laryngeal muscles allow us to do in terms of speaking, coughing, and preventing aspiration of food or foreign objects into the lungs is extremely exquisite compared to the muscles that operate our limbs,” he says. “Because we really can’t understand the pathology of a condition unless we first understand normal functioning, we are hopeful that our work with proteins in other animals will contribute one day to an increased understanding of how things go awry in humans,” Dr. Reiser adds. In the meantime, Drs. Reiser and Bicer’s work continues to shed light on the remarkable, rich diversity of nature and the animal kingdom. Note: For more information, see: “Myosin light chain isoform expression among single mammalian skeletal muscle fibers; species variations,” Journal of Muscle Research and Cell Motility 25:623-633, 2004. ©2005 Springer
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Alumnus Escapes As Hurricane Katrina Hits His LSU Office By Jaron M. Terry, APR
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or the remainder of his life, whenever anyone asks Arturo J. Mendez, D.D.S., M.S., ’78, where he was on the evening of August 26, 2005, his recall will be instantaneous. He and his family were preparing to flee the onslaught of a category five hurricane that would become—according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Organization—the most costly U.S. hurricane on record.
Also at the forefront of his memory will remain the importance of what he calls “enduring OSU connections” that provided solace for him and his family.
Fleeing the Storm “The program we were enjoying on television that Friday evening was interrupted by a phone call from a friend advising us to switch to the weather report,” Dr. Mendez relates. “In the next moment, we began our preparation for flight and left for Austin by noon the following day.” The family took refuge with their elder son, Jonathan, 24, who has a home in Austin, Texas, where he works as a computer science engineer. “With less than 24 hours to pack, my wife, Chay, our younger son Patrick, and I took our dog, important papers, family photographs, and a few mementoes and drove 11 hours for a trip that normally takes about eight,” he says. The family had left in the nick of time, as later evacuees faced heavy traffic that caused arduous delays. “Patrick and I had tried to prepare the house as much as we could by boarding up the doors and windows and bringing in lawn furniture and other items from the patio.” The Mendez family’s two-story, five bedroom house, which has been their home for more than 10 years, is in the New Orleans suburb of Kenner, Louisiana.
Entire cars were submerged in front of the LSU dental school, immediately following Hurricane Katrina.
The storm came ashore on Monday, August 29, heavily damaging the Mendez home. Although they were spared the devastation of flooding, high winds took a large part of the roof, causing water damage in several parts of the house. Patrick’s room was ruined where one window was destroyed.
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LSU Dental School Takes Double Hit Louisiana State University (LSU) School of Dentistry, where Dr. Mendez has been professor of prosthodontics since earning his master of science degree in prosthodontics from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry, was forced by the storm to seek higher ground. Located in the heart of New Orleans, the School of Dentistry suffered tremendous losses of patient records and equipment. “After we were permitted to return to the city, my colleagues and I climbed eight stories in the dark, with no air conditioning, to retrieve teaching tools, models, and other equipment and materials from the school,” he notes. “Although most items on the upper floors survived with only some damage due to high winds, several clinical teaching areas and research laboratories were completely inundated with flood water and suffered irreversible damage.” Because Dr. Mendez’ office on the fifth floor had a number of windows, it was utilized by the police and rescue workers who had taken over the building as a command post. “Because there was no electricity, the offices with windows were prime real estate for the officials. Unfortunately, because they had to break windows in order to get fresh air, most of my office was demolished when Hurricane Rita came through less than one month later,” Dr. Mendez says. At that time he lost practically everything, including his computers and most of his records.
Ohio State Connections Come to the Fore Patrick, 22, a junior studying psychology at the University of New Orleans (UNO), was among the many students displaced when that school was closed following Katrina. From Jonathan’s home in Austin, Patrick began a web search to determine which schools were accepting students whose education was interrupted by Katrina.
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For the first time after Hurricane Katrina’s waters receded, Dr. Arturo Mendez returned to the LSU School of Dentistry to collect his belongings.
“He had already been accepted by the University of Mississippi, but when he learned that my alma mater, The Ohio State University, was willing to accommodate students, we both were very excited,” Dr. Mendez recalls. Patrick applied via e-mail and was accepted immediately. “Because the quarter at Ohio State began later than UNO, he didn’t miss a beat,” Dr. Mendez says. Patrick was among the 17 newly enrolled Ohio State students who were housed in the former fraternity residence at 68 E. 15th Ave., known as Minoan House, until their Louisiana schools reopened. Displaced students from at least four Louisiana universities flew the official purple, yellow, and green Mardi Gras flag over the residence.
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“My family and I are very grateful to Ohio State for giving Patrick this opportunity. Most of all, we are grateful to our long-time friends at OSU who personally made his transition as easy as possible,” Dr. Mendez asserts. The family’s connections to Ohio State run deep. As newlyweds, Dr. Mendez and his wife, Chay, arrived at Ohio State in 1977 and immediately began forging friendships. Those relationships proved to be not only enduring, but sustaining as well. “Tom Pappas, son of the late Gus Pappas, who was one of my favorite professors and friends when I was a graduate student at the OSU College of Dentistry, met Patrick at the airport. He and his wife took him to dinner and helped him get settled at the frat house,” Dr. Mendez says. “They even gave him coveted tickets to a Buckeye football game for that weekend!
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“Another friend of mine—Dr. Alex Peregrina, a professor at the OSU College of Dentistry—also met with and welcomed our son. All of this help was very comforting to Chay and me—their caring and concern sustained us through what was and still is in many ways a very disturbing and disruptive event for our family,” he adds.
Brighter Days Ahead In the wake of the storm, “converting an old, empty research facility in Baton Rouge into a dental school was a challenge of monumental proportions, I assure you,” says Dr. Mendez. “I credit the imagination and vision of our dean, Dr. Eric Hoyland, as well as the extreme generosity of friends in the industry, with making this happen.” Dr. Hoyland, his administration, and faculty created the temporary dental school with monetary and in-kind donations from dental supply and dental equipment companies that provided materials, a computer program worth one-half million dollars, and state-of-the-art digital radiography. However, for months afterward, dental students were still afloat—literally living on the waters of the Mississippi River in a ferry boat brought in from Finland by FEMA. Students with families were housed in trailers. From an enrollment of 240 dental students, plus dental technology and dental hygiene students, only one withdrew for personal reasons. Graduate students are completing their clinical requirements at other locations.
Arturo Mendez surveys the destruction in his dental office.
Today, the Mendez family members are all busy at their various pursuits. Although the Mendez home had been rendered unlivable for a period, repairs to the roof, windows, and other areas have restored it to livable condition. Patrick has returned to school at UNO and commutes there from the family home.
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Dr. Arturo Mendez and his son Patrick pause at home in front of a water scene, which probably evokes different emotions since Katrina.
Dr. Mendez and his wife, who is an administrative assistant at the LSU School of Dentistry, once made a three-hour commute from the family home to the temporary Baton Rouge dental school location. Now, thanks to a FEMA trailer on-site in Baton Rouge, the couple splits their time between their home and Baton Rouge. They’ve been told they will be working in Baton Rouge until the end of the summer of 2007. “When they say ‘all’s well that ends well,’ I believe it,” Dr. Mendez says. “Although we’re still far from getting back to normal, we are extremely grateful—to the companies that helped us get the dental school back up and running, to Ohio State, our friends in Columbus who have been so kind to Patrick, to the rescue workers and others here who have worked so tirelessly, and most of all to God, for sparing our lives,” he adds.
The OSU College of Dentistry chapter of American Student Dental Association (ASDA) raised more than $500 to benefit dental students at the Louisiana State University School of Dentistry. The money will go directly to individual students to help them recover from the devastating impact Hurricane Katrina had on their academic and personal lives. Many of the students’ losses—similarly to those of numerous Gulf Coast residents—were not covered by flood insurance. This effort was part of an ongoing national ASDA drive. If you would like to participate, donations may be sent to: ASDA Disaster Response Challenge, Attention: Nancy Honeycutt, Executive Director, American Student Dental Association, 211 E. Chicago Ave., Suite 1160, Chicago, IL 60611; please make checks payable to: LSUHSC Foundation. For questions about the OSU chapter’s activities, please e-mail Andrew Zucker, D3 student and ASDA First Delegate, at zucker.26@osu.edu.
Jaron Terry, accredited in public relations (APR), is a freelance writer in Columbus, Ohio.
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ADEA Provides Additional Post-Katrina Support The American Dental Education Association also provided support for LSU, following the hurricane and its aftermath. The ADEA Board of Directors created a now ongoing ADEA Disaster Relief Fund to help the association respond to the needs of its member institutions and their faculty, staff, and students when disasters occur. The first grant from this fund in the sum of $100,000 was given to LSU. Louisiana State University School of Dentistry faced major destruction of facilities and records in the wake of Hurricane Katrina. In addition to the destruction of their school, many LSU dental students lost all of their instruments and personal belongings. Through the American Student Dental Association, dental students from across the country joined forces to collect donations to help their fellow dental students from LSU buy needed items including clothing, instruments, and books.
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Take a trip back in time to the Wild West at the 2006 Post College Assembly from The Ohio State University College of Dentistry held May, 4–6 2006. Rustle up new techniques with 76 exciting programs to spur your practice to the next level. The 2006 PCA offers courses for everyone in your office—the general dentist, the specialist, hygienists, and office staff. In the evening, stroll through the Wild White Tooth Saloon and play a few hands of Texas Hold-’em, dance to true country music with Nashville’s own LoCash Cowboys, and enjoy a little entertainment with the D.D.S. Idol student talent show. Mosey on over to meet new grads and shake hands with old friends. For the whole shootin’ match, join us a day early, for Clinical Excellence Day, a roundup of students’ best treatment cases. Brand this date on your memory now and plan to join the herd. It’s just around the bend.
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Grads Give Back Two recent dental school graduates have it all…a job they love and the chance to help others By Kathy L. Woodard (Reprinted with permission from ODA Today, a publication of the Ohio Dental Association.)
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on a sliding fee scale based on income and federal poverty guidelines, Burns said. Working in public health has always been a goal for Burns and Homan. Throughout their years in dental school, both were active with the OSU OHIO Project and other community dental activities, Burns said. “I knew this was something I wanted to do,” she said. “I always wanted to do something right out of dental school that would give back, and this was the perfect fit for me,” Homan added. Last year, both learned of what was initially one available position for a dentist to not only provide dental care to underserved populations, but to give input on what the clinic would need, its design and how to get it up and running.
ith diverse geographic backgrounds–one grew up in Trotwood, a suburb of Dayton, and the other on a 400-acre dairy farm in Coldwater, Ohio (near Lima)—two recent graduates of The Ohio State University College of Dentistry have joined together to make a difference in the oral health of underserved populations. And both have achieved their dreams—to work in public health and give back to others. Dr. Alyson Burns, a 2004 graduate of the OSU dental college, and Dr. Stephanie Homan, a 2005 graduate, are now on staff with the Allen County Health Partners (ACHP) in Lima. Funded by grants from the Anthem Foundation, Premcor, and other sources, ACHP offers medical, dental, and mental health services. The dental component recently merged with St. Rita’s dental clinic in Lima and is operating on a limited basis as it undergoes the last stages of construction and renovation. The dental clinic is the first public health dental clinic to serve multiple counties in this area. When fully operational, the service area will include Allen, Auglaize, Mercer, Putnam, and Van Wert counties. At this time, Allen County is the only one of the five counties listed on the Ohio Dept. of Health web site as having a safety net dental clinic. The completed dental clinic will have nine operatories and the latest dental technology— Dr. Alyson Burns, above, and Dr. Stephanie Homan, above but more important, the two dentists stress, is right, treat patients at St. Rita’s Dental Clinic in Lima, a part of that it is designed to treat those in need. The the Allen County Health Partners. Both women were influenced clinic accepts private insurance, but primarily to become dentists by their own dentists—and both chose public health in order to give back to the community. serves Medicaid patients and also operates
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Even though they both pursued the position, they never felt a sense of competition. In fact, before knowing they both were hired, Burns and Homan volunteered their expertise to help the Allen County Health Partners determine the needs of a new dental clinic. “We started finding common goals in what we wanted the health center to be,” Homan said. According to Burns, the clinic grant recipients were medical and mental health professionals with no dental expertise, and they were appreciative of the dentists’ input for the dental clinic. “We were able to advise on what the set-up should be, supplies, any of the firsthand dental needs that a nurse or sociologist would not normally know,” she said. The women have more in common than dentistry and Ohio State —both come from large families. Burns has five siblings and Homan, seven. Homan, however, is more used to a rural life—her family’s farm has 110 cows, 2,000 hogs and a manure pumping business. Although from a more metropolitan area, Burns is content in the rural environment of northwest Ohio. “I knew there would be a big need for this dental clinic, and that is what attracted me more than the area. I came here specifically to do dentistry and help people.” The women share another commonality—both were inspired to pursue a dental career by their own dentists. Burns said it was her orthodontist, Dr. Monica Newby of Dayton, who first influenced her as a young adult, although she admits that the idea of general dentistry, rather than working in orthodontics, captured her interest more. She also credits her pastor—who is also a dentist—Dr. Truman Martin of Dayton, for whom she worked as an office manager for a while. Homan recalls that as early as third grade, she knew she wanted to be a dentist—and her motivation was her own dentist, Dr. David Forsthoefel, who is still practicing in Celina. “I found every part of dentistry so interesting and knew I wanted to go into
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health care, and I liked working with my hands,” Homan said. Having the opportunity to help start a dental clinic is rewarding for the young dentists. According to Homan, helping establish a new dental clinic is like starting her own business. “You are starting from scratch and you consider it your baby in terms of getting it up and running,” she said. Burns agreed, stating, “I know the dedication and sweat that goes with this.” Since the clinic is in a federally qualified area, both women have applied for loan repayment assistance through the National Health Service Corps—and despite the fact that public health is not typically considered a highly lucrative field, this is what they both want. For Homan, this dental clinic is where she wants to be for as long as possible. “Happiness is first, money second,” she said. For Burns, private practice may loom sometime in the far distant future, but that is a thought still way back in her mind, she said. “I want to stay here and help, and also make sure the clinic is up and running, functional and supporting itself.” Kathy Woodard is managing editor of ODA Today and director of communication and public service for the Ohio Dental Association.
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SPRING 2006 May 12, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. 06. 34 Long-Term Clinical Success with Straumann Implants: Esthetic and Technical Considerations Dr. Gary S. Solnit This presentation will explore nearly a decade of using the Straumann® Dental Implant System in a private prosthodontic practice. Failures and successes will be presented to substantiate why this system remains the most practical, efficient, and simplest in a restorative practice, yet fulfills and continues to prove the scientific foundations of osseointegrated implants. Location: The Blackwell, Ohio State campus 7 CEUs May 25–26, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. 06.39 Dental Hygienists Re-entering the Private Practice Beverly McClure, Janet Uldricks, Dr. Joan Gibson-Howell This course is appropriate for the dental hygienist considering re-entry into the private practice. This course comprises one day of lecture followed by a day of hands-on experience in a laboratory and clinical setting. Location: Postle Hall 14 CEUs
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June 2–4, Time TBD 06.49 Sessions include Infection Control, Substance Abuse, and Dental Radiography Dr. Dan Jolly, Dr. Brad Lander, Sue Bauchmoyer, Connie Kuntupis This course will include sessions on Infection Control, Substance Abuse, Dental Radiography, and a two-day course on Updates in Oral Care for the Special Needs Patient. Location: Lodge at Sawmill Creek, Sandusky, Ohio 7–18 CEUs June 10, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. 06.37 Coronal Polishing for the Dental Assistant Beverly McClure, Janet Uldricks This course is designed to prepare the dental assistant to properly perform a coronal polishing procedure so a coronal polishing certification may be obtained. Location: Postle Hall 7 CEUs
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July 20–29, Time varies 07.02 CDE in Hawaii Dr. Paul Casamassimo, Dr. Stephen Wilson, Michele Carr Set sail with The Ohio State University College of Dentistry aboard Norwegian Cruise Lines’ Pride of America for up to seven fun-filled days at sea and a two-day stay in Waikiki. Location: Hawaii 8–12 CEUs July 21, 1–5 p.m. 07.04 Tooth Anatomy: Prerequisite course for OSU EFDA-CE Dr. Rickne Scheid, Dr. Hilary Soller This prerequisite for the EFDA course at The Ohio State University College of Dentistry covers basic tooth terminology and recognized aspects of any restorative procedure that affects the supporting periodontal structures of the tooth. Location: Postle Hall 4 CEUs August 5, 8:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 07.05 Tooth Anatomy: Prerequisite course for OSU EFDA-CE Dr. Rickne Scheid, Dr. Hilary Soller This prerequisite for the EFDA course at The Ohio State University College of Dentistry covers basic tooth terminology and recognized aspects of any restorative procedure that affects the supporting periodontal structures of the tooth. Location: Postle Hall 4 CEUs August 24–26, Fri. & Sat. 7:30–9:30 a.m. and 4–6 p.m. / Sun. 7:30–10:30 a.m. 07.01 Summer Symposium Dr. Jackie Berkowitz and other Ohio State faculty Comprehensive “TEAM-Oriented” treatment planning and sequencing of therapy will be emphasized, particularly related to interdisciplinary preparation of the complex restorative and esthetic patient. It will stress interaction of surgical-implant/restorative-orthodontic disciplines, in preparation for complex restorative and esthetic therapy. Location: Nemacolin Resort and Spa, Nemacolin, Pa. 11 CEUs
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Spring is here and this means time to celebrate another graduating class of dental students. Soon they will be making their way into the real world to begin new careers and a new chapter in life. Think back to your final days in dental school and remember your classmates, friends, and all those promises you made to keep in touch throughout the years ahead. Were those promises kept? Do you wonder where some of your classmates went to practice? Have you been back to Columbus in the 10, 25, or 50 years since graduation? This fall is your opportunity to come home and reunite with the classmates you haven’t seen in a number of years as well as those who practice down the street from your office every day. 2006 marks the first annual all-college Ohio State Reunion Weekend. Save the date now for September 1–2 so that you can join us in this exciting new way to reconnect with Ohio State and the College of Dentistry. On Friday, September 1, there will be continuing education; tours of Postle Hall and the university; an all-alumni luncheon; and, in the evening, class reunions. The festivities continue on Saturday, September 2, as the Dental Alumni Society hosts its 21st annual tailgate and provides an opportunity for you to purchase football tickets to the first home game of the season. Please refer to the events section of the magazine starting on page
24, for more detailed information about Reunion Weekend, the classes that will be celebrating, and information on reserving your hotel room at the Hyatt Regency here in Columbus. Also mark your calendars to join us at the 140th Ohio Dental Association (ODA) Annual Session, which will be held on August 24–27, at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. In October, we’ll be trying our luck in Las Vegas at the American Dental Association Annual Session. The dates for these fun-filled days are October 16–19, and our Ohio State reception is tentatively set for Wednesday, October 18, at the Mandalay Bay Resort and Convention Center. You’ll be hearing more about these events soon. Throughout 2006, we are providing you with all of these exciting opportunities to come together and celebrate with not only your classmates, but the many friends you have made in the dental community over the years. We hope that you will take advantage of these events to reconnect with the college and remember all those promises you made upon your graduation from Ohio State no so long ago. We’ll look forward to seeing you. Sincerely, Rachel Childress Interim Director of Alumni & Development
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Student-College Collaboration Is Vital Link to Success Dear Alumni & Friends, As each of you well know, the road each person journeys to join the field of dentistry is as arduous and challenging as that of any profession. While not wholly visible on the forefront, the Student Government Association (SGA) and college administration work diligently behind the scenes to be a voice of affirmation and change to the college in hopes of improving upon the experience of each and every dental/hygiene student. The SGA’s goals during the 2005–2006 academic year have been three-fold. (1) To establish open communication and dialogue between students, student leaders, faculty, and administration; (2) To improve upon collegiate camaraderie and spirit; and (3) To encourage students to participate in student leadership opportunities at both the college and university levels. I am pleased to report that the SGA made significant steps towards accomplishing these long-term goals with the help of a responsive administration and student leaders. On a more personal note, I enjoyed my time serving the college as president of SGA this year. The experience further educated and shaped not only my understanding and perspective of the dental profession, but also my abilities as a leader and my maturation as a dental professional. As I stated in my address to the incoming students at the White Coat Matriculation Ceremony at the beginning of the academic year, I am a firm believer that the education one receives at The Ohio State University College of Dentistry is not just about learning to see the details of a person’s smile, but rather learning to see, relate to, and understand the person behind the smile. Ohio State’s College of Dentistry is the third largest public dental school in the United States. As such, the college faces new challenges each and every year and relies heavily upon the faithful support of its alumni. As future colleagues, we thank you for your continued support of our education! Respectfully, Una M. Chung Class of 2007 President, Student Government Association
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Classes Celebrating Reunions in 2006
Classes ending in a “1” or “6” will be celebrating their reunions during Reunion Weekend 2006 in September. Each of these classes, with the exception of 1946, will have a reunion on Friday, September 1. The 21st Annual College of Dentistry Tailgate will be the following day on Saturday, September 2. Sunday, September 3, will be one more opportunity for classes to gather before the weekend is over. A full reunion weekend timeline is below.
The class of 1946 will be celebrating during Post College Assembly this May. Please save the date for May 4, 2006, when the class of 1946 will gather for a dessert event following the Dean’s Reception. Dr. Ben Williams will be chairing this reunion and a letter with more information was recently sent to classmates.
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50th Reunion—Class of 1956 Reunion Weekend Timeline Friday, September 1, 2006 8–10 a.m. CE Offered by our Continuing Education Department, to be held in Postle Hall, followed by tours of the building.
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11 a.m.–1 p.m. OSU Alumni Association Luncheon at the new recreation center—Recreation and Physical Activity Center (RPAC). 1–2 p.m. Campus tours will be offered. 5–7 p.m. Individual class receptions at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Columbus. 7–9 p.m. All dentistry class reunion dinner in the Hyatt Regency ballroom (classes will be seated together). After 9 p.m. Individual reunion classes will decide what to do following dinner.
Saturday, September 2, 2006 21st Annual Dental Alumni Society Tailgate—three hours prior to kickoff.
The class of 1956 will be gathering twice during this milestone year. Please save the date for May 5, 2006. This is when the 50th reunion class will be honored at Post College Assembly and have their official reunion gathering. Dr. Bill Black of Zanesville, Ohio, is chairing this event. RSVP information for this reunion dinner was recently sent. Also, the class will be recognized at the Golden Buckeye Luncheon on the same Friday. A second informal reunion will take place September 1–2 with the other reunion classes that will be on campus. This gathering will be much more informal than the May reunion is when we expect most 1956 classmates to gather in Columbus.
45th Reunion—Class of 1961 Dr. James Felix will be heading up the class of 1961. He is in the process of contacting some volunteers to help this effort. A letter with more information will be coming soon.
40th Reunion—Class of 1966 Dr. David Rummel will be leading the class of 1966 in their 40th reunion this September. He is currently contacting other classmates to ask for volunteers. Watch for more information to come.
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Dr. Richard Menke will be chairing this reunion. He and his committee are working hard to plan a fun event. More information is to come.
You can now make your hotel reservations at the Hyatt Regency by calling (800) 233-1234 or (614) 463‑1234. Don’t forget to mention the OSU College of Dentistry reunion to receive your special rate for the weekend.
30th Reunion—Class of 1976 Dr. James Zimmerman and Dr. Richard Cronley will be co-chairing this reunion. They have been working on gathering volunteers to help with one of the largest reunion classes we have this year. Watch for a letter with details to be arriving soon.
25th Reunion—Class of 1981 Dr. Jim Karpac is leading this class in their milestone 25th year. A letter for the class of 1981 has been sent with more reunion details. The survey results are in and more information about specific class events other than the reception and dinner are coming soon.
20th Reunion—Class of 1986 Dr. Barbara McClatchie will be hosting this event with the help of some classmates. She is working with a committee to get plans in place. Watch for details.
15th Reunion—Class of 1991 Dr. Tim Freeman is going to be chairing this reunion and sent a letter out to classmates in the last week of February. We are still in need of volunteers to contact other classmates for 1991. Please contact Dr. Freeman at tafjrdds@sbcglobal.net.
10th Reunion—Class of 1996 Dr. John Kirlough of Cleveland is going to be chairing this reunion and sent a letter out to classmates in the last week of February. If you would like to volunteer to contact other classmates, please e-mail Dr. Kirlough at brutusdds@msn.com.
Volunteering If you are interested in volunteering to help with your reunion or have questions, please contact Rachel Childress at (614) 688-7910 or childress.35@osu.edu.
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Future Reunion Weekend and Tailgate Dates Tailgate 2006 Date: Saturday, September 2, 2006 Place: Ohio Union Ballroom Time: Three hours prior to kickoff Game: OSU vs. Northern Illinois
Tailgate 2007 Date: Saturday, September 8, 2007 Place: TBD Time: Three hours prior to kickoff Game: OSU vs. University of Akron
Tailgate 2008 Date: Saturday, September 6, 2008 Place: TBD Time: Three hours prior to kickoff Game: OSU vs. Ohio University Class reunions will always be celebrated the Friday before the tailgate.
Ohio Dental Association Annual Session 2006 August 24–26, 2006 Greater Columbus Convention Center, Columbus
American Dental Association Annual Session and Reception 2006 October 16–19, 2006 Las Vegas, Nevada OSU Dental Alumni Society Reception will be held on Wednesday, October 18, 2006, at the Mandalay Bay Resort. More information to come.
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Reunion FunDraising Effort All 2006 reunion classes are involved in the Class Giving Program, and this year we are asking that alumni split gifts between two separate funds. Most classes will be supporting both the Leadership Fund, which provides the dean with unrestricted resources to make strategic investments in the college, and the Pre-Clinic Campaign. The Class Giving Program was introduced last year in order to increase the amount of support from our alumni and maximize the Leadership Fund’s potential. This program strengthens communication between classmates, which will foster a spirit of community and help to build support for the College of Dentistry. We hope to encourage a higher rate of participation from all OSU College of Dentistry alumni so that we can continue to move the college forward.
Final 2005 Class Reunion Giving Totals Thank you to all alumni who joined their classes in making a donation in support of the college. Classmates were asked to participate in making a gift to the Leadership Fund in honor of their milestone reunion year in 2005. In comparison with the previous non-reunion year, giving for all classes rose, often markedly, in this reunion year, as indicated on the chart below. (Note the percentage of each class that took part in this effort as well as the amount of money raised.) Because of the success of these classes, the 2006 reunion classes will also be participating in the class reunion giving effort. Class
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Brutus Joins Festivities Brutus stopped by to say hello to his friends, Jim Mahony, director of development and alumni affairs; Sue Bauchmoyer, assistant clinical professor of dental hygiene; and Dr. Brad Lander, director of Talbot Hall at OSU Medical Center East, while they attended the Substance Abuse and Infection Control Course prior to the 2006 Fiesta Bowl.
The 6th Annual Ohio State Men’s Soccer Alumni & Friends–Connor Senn Memorial Golf Outing will be held Saturday, June 10, at Royal American Links in Galena, Ohio. All proceeds will fund an endowment for the Connor Senn Memorial Scholarship, which will support an Ohio State men’s soccer student-athlete. For more information, contact Jim Waters at jjwbuckeye@aol.com. The Ohio State men’s soccer team recently played the Columbus Crew in another fund raiser for this cause. As a result of the support from the OSU College of Dentistry Class of 1975, the Ohio State men’s soccer program will make a $100 contribution to the College of Dentistry in Connor Senn’s name. Connor Senn, member of the 2001 OSU men’s soccer team, and son of Dr. Lance Senn, D.D.S., ’75, died September 26, 2001, after collapsing during a soccer game in Akron from a congenital heart defect. For more information about the Connor Senn Memorial Scholarship, go to: ohiostatebuckeyes.collegesports. com/sports/m-soccer/spec-rel/041103aaa.html.
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1965 Keara, 16-month old granddaughter of Dr. Wayne R. Wiley, D.D.S., ’65, is showing her true heritage while living in England. Go Bucks! Dr. Wiley is semi-retired and living in Mentor, Ohio, near Lake Erie. He sends the best to all of his classmates.
1981 Dr. Scott Gray, D.D.S., ’81, was one of five individuals named to the board of trustees of Mount Vernon Nazarene University located in Mount Vernon, Ohio, this past fall. Dr. Gray has recently retired from the Air Force after 24 years of active duty, including assignments throughout the United States, Asia, and deployment during Operation Desert Storm. During his Air Force career, he completed two dental residencies and spent 10 years teaching and conducting research in Air Force and civilian post-graduate dental programs. He completed his career as director of the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base dental clinic and the director of accreditation compliance for the Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Medical Center. Dr. Gray is currently purchasing a dental practice in Dayton, Ohio.
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Dr. John “Sam” Shannon, ’64 (1937–2005) By Bob Stevenson, D.D.S., ’75, M.S., ’80 Although Hurricane Katrina had an impact on so many, former Ohio State College of Dentistry faculty member and New Orleans prosthodontist Dr. John “Sam” Shannon, ’64, was spared the worst of it. He was in Alaska on a cruise when Katrina hit, and then lost his battle with cancer shortly after arriving home last October. Born in New Concord, he grew up in St. Clairsville and attended Ohio State. He earned a B.S. degree in economics and lettered in track at Ohio State. After graduating from Ohio State’s dental school, he entered the U.S. Army and was stationed in Nurnberg, Germany. He returned to Ohio State for prosthodontic specialty training and received a certificate and M.Sc. in 1970.
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That same year, Dr. Carl Boucher stepped down as chairman of prosthodontics after 30 years, to serve as director of graduate prosthodontics, and Dr. Myron Porter, D.D.S., ’59, M.S., ’67, was promoted to department chairman. “Sam was the first full-time faculty member hired after I became chairman,” recalled Dr. Porter. The prosthodontic curriculum had changed little during Dr. Boucher’s term, and it was very similar to procedures taught by the former chairman from 1903–1938, Dr. Harvey Cottrell. During his first year at Ohio State, Dr. Shannon had no student contact and worked on overhauling the prosthetic courses with Dr. Mary Gnezda, associate dean, and her assistant Maryann Snodgrass. Computer-aided instruction (CAI) was evolving and he created microfiche cards with pictures of all the
lab steps for each prosthetic dentistry course. He also included full-head edentulous mannequins in the preclinical lab for students to construct dentures. Shortly after the new prosthetic courses were in place, the dental school was up for accreditation review. “I was proud of Sam in that prosthodontics was the only area in the school that was approved,” said Porter. “The course manual and CAI microfiches Sam developed made the difference.” The two had become close friends and shared a private practice located just north of campus near the intersection of Henderson and Olentangy River Roads. The office was located in Dr. Shannon’s home, and the garage was remodeled into a dental operatory and laboratory. One of Dr. Shannon’s innovations was to arrange three Redwing lathes in a row, with different burs, ragwheels, etc., so that he could go from one lathe to another without stopping to switch burs. In 1978, Dr. Shannon received an offer he couldn’t refuse from the Louisiana State University (LSU) dental school in New Orleans. He left Ohio State to become chairman there and fortified his new staff with Ohio State prosthodontic graduates including Drs. Larry McMillan, Israel Finger, and Arturo Mendez. Among the many fine dentists who received advanced prosthodontic training under Dr. Shannon at LSU is Dr. Gerard Cheche, who is now LSU’s chairman of prosthodontics and a widely respected lecturer in the field of porcelain veneers.
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Joanne Dailey Joanne Dailey, the first registered nurse to work in the oral surgery clinic at the College of Dentistry, passed away peacefully at home on December 8, 2005. Dr. Shannon authored many textbooks and articles, and was involved in several professional and civic organizations. He was a member of Omicron Kappa Upsilon honor fraternity, Delta Tau Delta social fraternity, and Phi Delta Kappa education honor fraternity. He was a member of the American Dental Association, Ohio and Louisiana dental associations, and Columbus and New Orleans dental societies. He belonged to the Federation of Prosthodontic Organizations, American Association of Dental Schools, and was a fellow in the American College of Dentists. He retired in 1998 at the rank of professor emeritus and colonel in the National Guard after 36 years of military service. Dr. Shannon was a life member of the Carl O. Boucher Prosthodontic Conference, joining in 1968 and serving as conference president in 1983. Conference namesake Dr. Carl O. Boucher was born October 14, 1904. Dr. Shannon died exactly 101 years later, on October 14, 2005. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary Shriver Shannon, and is survived by his father, John J. Shannon, son Jay Laird Shannon, daughter-in-law, and two grandsons. Contributions may be made in his honor to Ochsner Clinic Foundation Research Fund for Liver Cancer, 1514 Jefferson Highway, BH240, New Orleans, LA 70121. Dr. Bob Stevenson is a clinical assistant professor of restorative and prosthetic dentistry at Ohio State.
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Dr. LaMar Fleagle Dr. LaMar Fleagle, D.D.S., ’50, died November 12, 2005, at Otterbein Retirement Community in St. Marys, Ohio. A 1939 graduate of Bowling Green State University, Dr. Fleagle was a dentist for many years in St. Marys and held membership in the Ohio Dental Association and the Northwest Ohio Dental Association. Dr. Fleagle also served in the U.S. Army as a captain in the signal corps during World War II. He is survived by his wife of 58 years and five children.
Dr. Stephen Gladwin Dr. Stephen Gladwin, D.D.S. ’63, died October 4, 2005, at Memorial Hospital, West Virginia University, in Morgantown, West Virginia. After serving in the U.S. Navy as a dental technician, he attended Kent State and Akron University for his undergraduate education, then completed dental school. Dr. Gladwin practiced for 13 years in Englewood, Ohio, then joined the faculty at West Virginia University in the department of operative dentistry. There, he served as class advisor and USAF Medical Service Liaison Officer. He retired as professor emeritus in 1993. Dr. Gladwin also served in the Air National Guard, retiring as colonel and hospital commander of the Springfield Air National Guard Base. He is survived by his wife and four children.
David P. Rambo David P. Rambo, D.D.S., ’60, born April 7, 1931, died January 19, 2006, in San Francisco, Calif. A native of Dayton, Ohio, he graduated from Oakwood High School and Ohio University before entering the College of Dentistry. During the Korean War, he was stationed in Europe for three years where he flew C‑119 cargo planes for the U.S. Air Force. Dr. Rambo practiced dentistry for 38 years, spending most of his career in San Francisco. Preceded in death by two brothers, he is survived by their families.
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Roy Leary, College Business Manager By Donald Bowers, D.D.S., â&#x20AC;&#x2122;59, M.S. The College of Dentistry recently mourned the death of Roy Leary, who served as business manager for the college, and later for the Dental Faculty Practice, during his 51 years with the university. A Columbus native, Roy joined the U.S. Navy after high school and served for four years, mainly in the European sector. Ironically, his ship, the flagship of the Commander-in-Chief, was the U.S.S. Columbus 74. Roy returned to Columbus, attended Ohio State and earned a B.A. degree, then began his long university career.
Roy was a quiet and pleasant man, a friend to his contemporaries, and a kindly father-figure for young faculty and students who were unfamiliar with the universityâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s many systems. He was most approachable and helpful. He was blessed with a wonderful sense of humor.
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He joined the College of Dentistry after serving as chief of internal auditing for Ohio Stateâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Columbus campus. Drawing upon his extensive experience in university financial matters, Roy was a most capable and proficient staff member. He also had friendly connections with many university staff members and was able to use his connections to expedite needed items and services. He served the college for 15 years before retiring from the university. He then returned to serve as the business manager of the Dental
He had a rich life outside the College of Dentistry. He and his wife, Helen Ann, had eight children and many grandchildren. Roy had served as a cubmaster and a scoutmaster. In his spare time, he enjoyed gardening and spending time with his family. He will be remembered for his commitment to meet the needs of students, faculty, and staff and for his pleasant personality and sense of humor. Dr. Donald Bowers is a professor emeritus in the College of Dentistry.
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COLLEGE ADMINISTRATION Dr. Jan E. Kronmiller Dean Cheryl DeVore Associate Dean for Academic Affairs Dr. John Sheridan Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies Dr. Stan Vermilyea Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs
Darrell Young Executive Assistant Dean for Administration Dr. Sudha Agarwal Section Head, Oral Biology Dr. Paul Casamassimo Section Head, Pediatric Dentistry Dr. Guillermo Chacon Interim Section Head, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Dr. Katherine Vig Interim Section Head, Orthodontics Dr. Angelo Mariotti Section Head, Periodontology Dr. William Meyers Acting Section Head, Endodontics Dr. Steve Rosenstiel Section Head, Restorative and Prosthodontics Dr. Meade vanPutten Section Head, Primary Care
OFFICE OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS Kathy Baird Director of Marketing & Communications Steve Buening Business Manager Rachel Childress Interim Director of Alumni & Development
Tom Dauber Stewardship & Annual Giving Coordinator Jody Hanson Office Associate Ashley Johnson Editorial Assistant, The Quarterly
Lonnie Robinson Manager, Continuing Education University Marketing Communications Design and Editing Jaron Terry, APR Freelance Writer, The Quarterly
Dental alumni society board of governors April 2006–March 31, 2007 President Alan B. Mikesell, D.D.S., ’66, M.S., ’86 President-Elect George G. Brown II, D.D.S., ’69, M.S., ’76 Past President Daniel L. Woods, D.D.S., ’78 Secretary-Treasurer Henry Fischbach, D.D.S., ’86 Editor Kenneth M. Clemens, D.D.S., ’54 Associate Editor Robert B. Stevenson, D.D.S., ’75, M.S., ’80 Contributing Writer, The Quarterly Donald F. Bowers, D.D.S., ’59, M.S.
Members-At-Large District 1 Daniel M. DeAngelo, D.D.S., ’86, M.S., ’97 District 2 Matthew J. Kirlough, D.D.S., ’96 District 3 Brett S. Pelok, D.D.S., ’93 District 4 John E. Rhodes, Jr., D.D.S., ’80 District 5 James A. Everhart, D.D.S., ’74 District 6 TBD District 7 Joseph V. Clause, D.D.S., ’91 District 8 TBD
District 9 Joseph P. Crowley, D.D.S., ’76
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