Hutto and Lampkin Honored in 2024 School of Dentistry Alumni Awards
The 2024 School of Dentistry Alumni Awards honored two outstanding School of Dentistry faculty members — Dr. Mitch Hutto (‘83), who has been teaching at the University of Mississippi Medical Center since 2005, and Dr. Alexa Lampkin (‘17), a dentist new to teaching who has made strides in her early career.
Published on Monday, January 29, 2024
Front and Center: Venessia Randle
Venessia Randle has been with UMMC for over 10 years—currently serving as project manager for the School of Dentistry. But she had another life prior to joining the Medical Center. With features in New York Times and performances for the President of the United States, Randle spent much of her life as an acclaimed blues musician.
Published on Monday, January 8, 2024
Griggs recognized for decades of dental materials research
If not for dental materials, anyone with defects or disease in their teeth might be in a world of hurt. Dr. Jason Griggs has devoted his career to advancing dental health by researching how mixing together separate components can produce user-friendly substances needed for dental care. He’s been recognized by an international association with the highest honor in his field.
Published on Monday, June 26, 2023
Summer school for these kids means lessons in dentistry
The Medical Center’s School of Dentistry is providing an experience for young scholars who may have never had the chance to speak with dental professionals and see first-hand what the job entails. S.M.I.L.E. U is giving kids in grades 5-8 that opportunity through hands-on, fun activities designed to spark an interest in oral health.
Published on Monday, June 12, 2023