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Category: Faculty & Staff

June 10, 2026June 10, 2026 Detroit Mercy Dental

Dean’s High Five – Summer 2026

Every day, special achievements and newsworthy headlines are happening at the School of Dentistry. In an effort to give proper acknowledgment and share these successes, please tune in for the monthly Dean’s High 5 as we acknowledge those responsible for the top five stories …

Alumni, Community & Outreach, Current Students, Dean's High 5, Faculty & Staff, Oral Health Professionals
June 10, 2026June 10, 2026 Detroit Mercy Dental

School of Dentistry serves more than 400 patients during Jamaica mission trip

During spring break in March, students and faculty from the Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry participated in a one-week, spiritually enriching mission trip to Jamaica. The region was still recovering from the effects of Hurricane Melissa in October 2025, and …

Alumni, Community & Outreach, Current Students, Faculty & Staff, Outreach, Patients
May 28, 2026May 28, 2026 Detroit Mercy Dental

Class of 2026 Leadership Award Recipients

Each year, Detroit Mercy Dental honors students, staff and faculty with a variety of awards.  Recipients are chosen based on a demonstration of excellence in different aspects of dentistry and dental education. The Class of 2026 awardees were honored on …

Faculty & Staff
May 6, 2026May 6, 2026 Detroit Mercy Dental

Commencement Spotlight: In Conversation with Dr. Judith A. Jones

The University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry is honored to welcome Judith A. Jones, D.D.S., M.P.H., D.Sc.D. as this year’s commencement speaker. An internationally recognized leader in dental public health and geriatric dentistry, Jones has dedicated her career to improving oral …

Faculty & Staff
March 23, 2026March 23, 2026 Detroit Mercy Dental

Experiences That Shape Us: Women’s History Month Q&A

This Women’s History Month, we invited members of our dental school community to reflect on the experiences that have shaped their personal and professional journeys. From mentorship and career challenges to moments of growth and inspiration, their stories highlight the …

Faculty & Staff
February 27, 2026February 27, 2026 Detroit Mercy Dental

Reflections on Dentistry: A Black History Month Q&A

Every day, the faculty at Detroit Mercy Dental bring unique perspectives and expertise that shape the future of oral health and dental education. In honor of Black History Month, we are excited to present Reflecting on Black History: Faculty Q&A, featuring …

Community & Outreach, Faculty & Staff, Future Students, Oral Health Professionals, Patients
February 12, 2026February 16, 2026 Detroit Mercy Dental

Dean’s High Five – February 2026

The Dean's high five

Every day, special achievements and newsworthy headlines are happening at the School of Dentistry. In an effort to give proper acknowledgment and share these successes, please tune in for the monthly Dean’s High 5 as we acknowledge those responsible for the top five stories …

Alumni, Community & Outreach, Current Students, Dean's High 5, Faculty & Staff
November 21, 2025December 4, 2025 Detroit Mercy Dental

Dean’s High Six – Fall 2025

Every day, special achievements and newsworthy headlines are happening at the School of Dentistry. In an effort to give proper acknowledgment and share these successes, please tune in for the monthly Dean’s High 6 as we acknowledge those responsible for the top six stories …

Alumni, Community & Outreach, Dean's High 5, Faculty & Staff, Oral Health Professionals
October 29, 2025October 30, 2025 Detroit Mercy Dental

National Dental Hygiene Month

Dean’s Message Dear Students, Faculty, Staff, and Members of Our Dental Community, As we near the end of the month of October, I am writing to again remind you all of the  national celebration of Dental Hygiene Month—a time dedicated to …

Alumni, Community & Outreach, Current Students, Faculty & Staff, Oral Health Professionals, Wellness
October 22, 2025October 22, 2025 Detroit Mercy Dental

Dean Mert N. Aksu advocates for smokeless tobacco-free sports venues in Detroit

Dean Aksu behind a podium at The Corner Ballpark speaking on oral health and the risks of tobacco use at a community awareness event.

Dean Aksu advocates for oral health and tobacco prevention at The Corner Ballpark. At University of Detroit Mercy School of Dentistry, promoting overall health and the health of our community health is central to our mission. Dean Mert N. Aksu …

Alumni, Community & Outreach, Faculty & Staff, Wellness

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  • Dean’s High Five – Summer 2026
  • School of Dentistry serves more than 400 patients during Jamaica mission trip
  • Class of 2026 Leadership Award Recipients
  • Commencement Spotlight: In Conversation with Dr. Judith A. Jones
  • Experiences That Shape Us: Women’s History Month Q&A

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