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Recent News Stories from UMMC News

Photos: UMMC Commencement 2025
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
A new class of health care professionals congratulated fellow graduates from the University of Mississippi Medical Center and beamed with pride at family and friends during the May 23 commencement ceremony. For many, it marked the culmination of years of training—and beginning of a lifelong commitment to care. Read More

UMMC celebrates the graduating class of 2025
Friday, May 23, 2025
UMMC celebrated nearly 1,000 graduates Friday during its 69th annual commencement ceremony. The event, held at the Mississippi Coliseum, honored students from all six of the Medical Center’s health sciences schools. Read More

#2025UMMCGrad: Hang Nguyen
Growing up in East Biloxi, Hang Nguyen witnessed firsthand the barriers her community faced in accessing dental care. Now, as a member of the UMMC School of Dentistry Class of 2025, she is preparing to return home and make a difference as a dentist dedicated to serving underserved populations.
Published on Monday, April 28, 2025

UMMC School of Dentistry breaks ground for new clinical building
The School of Dentistry is laying the foundation for the future of dental education and patient care in Mississippi. With state and university leaders breaking ground on a new clinical building, this expansion promises to enhance student training, improve patient access and solidify the school’s role as a leader in oral health.
Published on Thursday, March 6, 2025

UMMC School of Dentistry breaks ground on a new building
The groundbreaking event on March 6 represents the school’s commitment to its mission to advancing dental education, enhancing patient care and shaping the future of oral health in Mississippi.
Published on Monday, February 24, 2025

Hundreds benefit from free services during Dental Mission Week
Hundreds of Mississippians, including many veterans, received critical dental care during the 9th annual Dental Mission Week at the School of Dentistry. The free event provided a range of services, aiming to restore both health and confidence to those in need.
Published on Monday, February 10, 2025

School of Dentistry alumni honored for exceptional service to their communities
Published on Monday, January 27, 2025

Photos: New students beginning classes at UMMC
Published on Monday, August 12, 2024

UMMC School of Dentistry launches 'Free Care Friday' for Mississippi kids
Published on Monday, July 15, 2024

Summer camp piques interest in dental careers for children across the state
Published on Monday, June 10, 2024

School of Dentistry begins two-year research project to improve children’s oral health
Published on Monday, May 13, 2024

#2024UMMCGrad: Aaron Winters captures smiles with community outreach
Published on Monday, May 13, 2024

#2024UMMCGrad: Preston Ivy champions oral health at home and abroad
Published on Monday, May 13, 2024

School of Dentistry pilots after-hours clinic
Published on Monday, April 1, 2024

UMMC Schools of Dentistry, Nursing team up to tackle HPV
Published on Monday, February 19, 2024

Hutto and Lampkin Honored in 2024 School of Dentistry Alumni Awards
Published on Monday, January 29, 2024

Front and Center: Venessia Randle
Published on Monday, January 8, 2024

Griggs recognized for decades of dental materials research
Published on Monday, June 26, 2023

Summer school for these kids means lessons in dentistry
Published on Monday, June 12, 2023

Photos: Capturing memories of the Class of 2023
Published on Tuesday, May 30, 2023

#UMMCGrad2023: Patient care a passion for dental hygiene grad
Published on Monday, May 15, 2023

#UMMCGrad2023: Residency, then private practice in Casey Park’s future
Published on Monday, May 15, 2023

Lampkin becomes dental trailblazer
Published on Monday, April 17, 2023

Whitlock, Boteler shine as School of Dentistry honorees
Published on Monday, January 30, 2023

Dental hygiene at UMMC turns 50
Published on Monday, December 5, 2022