Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Carla Evans Receives 2025 American Association of Orthodontists Lifetime Achievement Award in Orthodontic Research
Dr. Carla Evans, clinical professor of orthodontics, received the American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) Lifetime Achievement Award in Orthodontic Research earlier this year, becoming the first GSDM faculty member to receive this recognition.
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Konstantinos Michalakis Receives 2025 American College of Prosthodontists Educator of the Year Award
Dr. Konstantinos Michalakis, professor of restorative sciences & biomaterials and department of restorative sciences & biomaterials chair, will be presented with the 2025 American College of Prosthodontists (ACP) Educator of the Year Award during the ACP Annual Session in October.
GSDM Chapter of Student National Dental Association Won Medium-Sized Chapter of the Year
The GSDM chapter of Student National Dental Association received first place for the Medium-Sized Chapter of the Year during the SNDA 53rd National Convention in July 2025.
Staff Spotlight: Lamma Mrouh, Practice Manager, Receives 2025 Kristen Donovan Award for Excellence in Service
Lamma Mrouh, a practice manager with the Clinical Affairs team, was awarded the school’s 2025 Kristen Donovan Award for Excellence in Service after numerous nominators extolled her commitment to the school, her work ethic, and her welcoming demeanor.
Staff Spotlight: Lori Davis, Assistant Dean for Strategic Initiatives, receives 2025 John S. Perkins Award for Distinguished Service
Lori Davis, assistant dean for strategic initiatives, was named one of three 2025 Boston University John S. Perkins Award for Distinguished Service recipients—the highest honor for Boston University staff.
“The World is Ready for You:” GSDM Predoctoral Class of 2025 Recognition and Awards Dinner Toasts to Passion and Perseverance
Fifty-eight awards were presented to members of the Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine Class of 2025 during the Predoctoral Class of 2025 Recognition and Awards Dinner on Thursday, May 15, held at Boston University’s Agganis Arena.
GSDM faculty member wins 2026 AAE Calvin D. Torneck Part-Time Educator Award
Yanling Jiang Oral Biology 91 DMD 95 ENDO 99, clinical professor emerita of endodontics, has been awarded the 2026 American Association of Endodontists Calvin D. Torneck part-time educator award.
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Mary Tavares Receives 2025 AAPHD President’s Award
Dr. Mary Tavares, professor of health policy & health service research and director of the Advanced Education Program in Dental Public Health, received the 2025 President’s Award from the American Association of Public Health Dentistry.
Student Spotlight: GSDM Student Awarded First Place in National Oral Health Literacy video contest
Tim Huang DMD 25 and his brother Scott Huang, a student at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, won the 2024 American Dental Association and the National Advisory Committee Oral Health Literacy in Dentistry Video Contest with an engaging music video promoting oral healthcare tips.
Faculty Spotlight: GSDM faculty member wins 2025 ADEA Dr. Jeanne C. Sinkford Leadership Award
Dr. Kadambari Rawal AGED 10 DPH 18, clinical associate professor of general dentistry, was awarded the 2025 American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Dr. Jeanne C. Sinkford Faculty Leadership award, the first GSDM faculty member to receive this award.