As part of the American Medical Student Association’s
Achieving Diversity in Dentistry and Medicine Leadership Training Program,
Jocelyn Elders, M.D., former Surgeon General of the United States, delivered
the keynote address.
Nationally renowned clinical researcher John
O. Burgess, D.D.S. M.S., Louisiana State University School of Dentistry,
gave a Restorative Dentistry Update Friday, July 15.
In honor of its 100-year anniversary, the Dental
Branch at Houston was recognized by the Texas Legislature with the passing
of two independent resolutions.
Judith Buchanan, D.M.D.,
Ph.D., from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine, presents
“Preparing Dental Providers for the 21st Century: Focus on Improving
Learning,” during the Centennial Speakers Series.
Many of you have received, and responded to, a special
invitation to invest in Centennial Salute
- the special giving opportunity in 2005 celebrating
100 years of excellence at The University of Texas Dental
Branch at Houston. If you haven’t yet participated
in Centennial Salute, it’s
not too late! A gift to the Dean's Excellence Fund will
provide critical support for projects and services that
might otherwise go unfunded. You will make a difference
right away and one hundred percent of your donation
will be used for the advancement of the DB.
Be a part of the group remembered for making strides
as the Dental Branch launches its new century!
Download the form linked below and forward it with
your preferred method of giving. Check, money order
or credit card options are available.
Gifts of $1,000 or more earn automatic 2006 membership
into the Lone Star Legacy Society, where you will be
invited to join Dr. James T. Willerson, president of
the UT Health Science Center at Houston, during a signature
event. These leadership level contributors will also
be recognized on a special display to hang in the halls
of the Dental Branch.
Participate today! By investing before December 31,
your donation can be up to 100 percent tax deductible
under the Katrina Emergency Tax Relief Act (KETRA).
As with all philanthropic gifts, we urge you to discuss
any tax questions with your tax advisor.
