Boston University Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine

More than 70 volunteers from GSDM, Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, and Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences gave hands-on oral healthcare services in early June to athletes participating in the 2026 Special Olympics Massachusetts Summer Games.

One volunteer said, "I truly loved being part of such an amazing event. It was so rewarding to see the impact we could make, and I’m very grateful to have had the opportunity to volunteer."

Last week, students and faculty from Chulalongkorn University in Thailand visited as part of the GSDM International Externship Exchange Program. They not only got hands-on experience with Dr. Lakhani on our new milling machines but were also able to catch a Sox game!
In between, the students presented about a day in the life at their university and the faculty taught a lunch and learn on "Techniques for Enhancing Esthetic Outcomes in Direct Restorations."

We have fun here!

Nearly 300 predoctoral students and postdoctoral residents were recognized for fulfilling their degree and certificate programs during the 2026 Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine Predoctoral and Postdoctoral Commencement Convocation Ceremonies at Boston University’s Agganis Arena on Thursday, May 14.

Dean Cataldo Leone opened both ceremonies saying the Class of 2026 arrived at GSDM with eagerness and aspirations to excel—and now, they have achieved their goals. As they transition from student and residents to oral healthcare leaders, the graduates have a life-long responsibility to positively influence the dental profession, he said.
“The school has endeavored to cultivate in you a mindset that embraces innovation and continuous improvement,” Leone said. “Lean in to this mindset, for it will ensure that you remain ever curious, and ever learning—that you will never cease aspiring to learn more, to do more, and to be more for your patients, your community, and your profession, while not forgetting that these apply also for your families and yourselves.”

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Nearly 300 predoctoral students and postdoctoral residents were recognized for fulfilling their degree and certificate programs during the 2026 Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine Predoctoral and Postdoctoral Commencement Convocation Ceremonies at Boston University’s Agganis Arena on Thursday, May 14.

Dean Cataldo Leone opened both ceremonies saying the Class of 2026 arrived at GSDM with eagerness and aspirations to excel—and now, they have achieved their goals. As they transition from student and residents to oral healthcare leaders, the graduates have a life-long responsibility to positively influence the dental profession, he said.
“The school has endeavored to cultivate in you a mindset that embraces innovation and continuous improvement,” Leone said. “Lean in to this mindset, for it will ensure that you remain ever curious, and ever learning—that you will never cease aspiring to learn more, to do more, and to be more for your patients, your community, and your profession, while not forgetting that these apply also for your families and yourselves.”

Read the full article: https://bit.ly/gsdm-news-commencement-2026

Nearly 60 awards were presented to members of the Henry M. Goldman School of Dental Medicine Class of 2026 during the Predoctoral Class of 2026 Recognition and Awards Dinner on Wednesday, May 13, at Boston University’s Agganis Arena.

The annual event celebrated the graduating DMD and DMD Advanced Standing classes’ well-deserved accomplishments and welcomed them as the newest GSDM alumni. Four awards were also given to GSDM faculty/staff.
“You met all challenges head on and artfully turned them into opportunities,” said Dean Cataldo Leone. You learned a tremendous amount, improved the lives of your patients, and made friends along the way. You have been an extraordinary class.”

Read the full article: https://bit.ly/class-of-2026-recognition-and-awards-dinner-gsdm

Mary Catherine Carroll DMD 27 and MarKee Weaver DMD 27 were accepted into the 2026 American Dental Education Association (ADEA) Student Leaders for Social Change program, joining a cohort of predoctoral and allied dental students from the United States and Canada.
“Institutional change in oral health begins with education,” Carroll said in reference to being accepted into the program. “This is a program that is helping us understand and reimagine the systems that we are inheriting right now. [This will] potentially improve our education and come back to school with ideas that can help us and potentially GSDM move into the future.”

Read the full article: https://bit.ly/2026-adea-student-leaders-for-social-change-program

The Boston University American Student Dental Association (BU ASDA) chapter won a Gold Crown Award for Community Service at the 2026 ASDA Annual Session in February.

“We were incredibly proud. It felt really meaningful to be able to represent GSDM and to be recognized as a chapter that truly prioritizes community service,” wrote Sommer Seitz DMD 27 and Michael Smith DMD 27, chair and vice chair respectively of the BU ASDA Gold Crown committee, in a joint statement.
Read the full article: https://bit.ly/2026-bu-asda-chapter-gold-crown-award-for-community-service

Many dentists have faced physical strain, anxiety, or stress throughout their careers. We want to hear from you on how you manage these types of wellbeing challenges. Was there a turning point—for example, a recovery from burnout, a new ergonomic setup, or a personal habit shift—that transformed your physical and mental wellbeing?

We are looking for stories from GSDM alumni on their experience with physical and emotional wellbeing in the dental profession for a cover article in an upcoming issue of Impressions. For a chance of being featured, please fill out the form:

Impressions 2026 Cover Article Interest Form | Dental School Impressions 2026 Cover Article Interest Form Many dentists have faced physical strain, anxiety, or stress throughout their careers. We want to hear from you on how you manage these types of wellbeing challenges. Was there a turning point—for example, a recovery from burnout, a new ergonomic setup,...

Successfully completing a dental degree is an extraordinary feat that should not be viewed lightly. But the learning doesn’t stop on graduation day: Oral healthcare professionals embrace a lifetime commitment to learning and growing. We asked GSDM faculty, staff, and alumni to share inspirational advice to the Class of 2026.

Here’s what Dr. Meredith Bailey, clinical assistant professor of general dentistry and director of education support & performance evaluation, shared:

“You are stepping into a rewarding profession full of possibility at an incredibly exciting time. There are many paths ahead, more than you can even see right now. Stay curious, take advantage of opportunities as they come, and trust that you are well prepared to make a meaningful impact. It has been a privilege to be part of your journey.”

Read all the advice: https://bit.ly/gsdm-2026-commencement-advice