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CO NVO CATI O NHONORING THE CLASSES OF 2020
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CONVOCATIONHONORING THE CLASSES OF 2020
The Ohio State UniversityCollege of Dentistry
A Special Occasion for the Recognition of Excellence
Dean Patrick M. Lloyd, DDS, MS, Presiding
June 20, 20202:00 p.m.
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Processional “Pomp and Circumstance” by Edward Elgar
The National Anthem Nicholas Griggs, Dental Class of 2020
Welcome and Introductions Patrick M. Lloyd, DDS, MS, Dean
DIGNITARIES Barbara Hickey, President, Ohio Dental Assistants Association Shannon Sweeney, RDH, President, Ohio Dental Hygienist Association Sharon Parsons, DDS, President, Ohio Dental Association Kumar Subramanian, DDS, MS, President, Ohio State Dental Board Class Acknowledgements Julie Gable, President, Dental Hygiene Class of 2020 David Budge, President, Dental Class of 2020 Greetings from the OhioState Dental Alumni Society Cesar Augustin, Jr., DDS, President
Awarding of Division of Dental Rachel Kearney, BSDH, MS, Chair, Division of Dental Hygiene Hygiene Certificates and Honors Patricia Gardner, BA, MA, Assistant Director for Academic Studies
Hooding of DDS/PhD Candidates Caroline Sawicki, hooded by John Sheridan, PhD, Professor, Division of Biosciences
Hooding of Dental Candidates and Patrick M. Lloyd, DDS, MS, DeanAwarding of Certificates and Honors Darryl T. Hamamoto, DDS, MS, PhD, Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
Honored Hooders Lisa Knobloch, DDS, MS Susan Mallery, DDS, MS, PhD Mark Morrison, DDS James Stone, DDS
The Dental Hygiene Oath (page 23) Sadra Hicks, President, Dental Hygiene Student Government Association, Dental Hygiene Class of 2020, leading the Dental Hygiene class
The Dentist’s Pledge (page 24) Jacob Falter, President, Student Government Association, Dental Class of 2020, leading the Dental class
Carmen Ohio (page 25) Michael Andes, Dental Class of 2020 Victoria Blem, Dental Class of 2020 Nicholas Griggs, Dental Class of 2020 Robert Schmenk, Dental Class of 2020 Closing Patrick M. Lloyd, DDS, MS, Dean
Reception rooms will be held via Zoom following the ceremony. All
information will be available on the screen at the end of the program.
PRO G RAM
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TH E ACAD E M I C COSTU M E
The colorful ceremonies of The Ohio State University commencements derive from practices
originating in the Middle Ages. When European universities were taking form in the 12th and 13th
centuries, the scholars were usually clerics, and consequently they adopted costumes similar to
those of their monastic orders. Cold halls and drafty buildings called for caps and floor-length
capes with attached hoods, and the sobering influence of the church probably influenced the staid
character of the caps and gowns.
As the control of the universities gradually passed from the church, some aspects of the costumes
took on brighter hues. Old prints and engravings, however, reveal a strong similarity between the
regalia worn in early universities and that of the present day.
In light of our nation’s English heritage, academic costume has been in use in the United States
since colonial times. To establish a standard of uniformity in regard to the practice, an intercollegiate
commission was formed to prepare a code for caps, gowns and hoods that has since been adopted
by all academic institutions.
Originally round, the shape of the cap is now the familiar mortarboard square – a shape which,
according to ballad folklore, resembles a scholar’s book. Legend also has it that the privilege of
wearing a cap was the initial right of a freed Roman slave; the academic cap, therefore, has become
a sign of the freedom of scholarship. The flowing gown has become symbolic of the democracy of
scholarship, for it covers any dress that might indicate rank or social status. The hood, reserved at
The Ohio State University for those receiving doctoral and master’s degrees, not only indicates the
type of degree, but also is lined with the official colors of the university.
The GownBachelor: The Bachelor gown is black,
full cut with long pointed sleeves
Doctor: The Ohio State University dentistry
gown is black with lilac velvet panels on the
front and three velvet bars on each sleeve.
Honors EmblemThe Ohio State University honors emblem is a scarlet
and gray tasseled braid worn over the gown. Students
eligible for this curricular honor are those graduating
summa cum laude, magna cum laude, and cum laude.
The HoodDoctor: Four feet in length with a five-inch-
wide velvet edging and panel at the sides.
The lining of all hoods, which is folded out, bears the
official colors of the institution granting the degree.
The lilac color of the velvet indicates the field of study.
Cap and TasselCandidates for degrees at The Ohio State University
wear the black mortarboard with a tassel whose
color is distinctive of the degree being received.
The tassel color of the College of Dentistry is lilac.
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Dear Graduates:
Dr. Cesar J. Augustin received his Doctor of Dental Surgery from
The Ohio State University College of Dentistry in 1991. He currently
practices in Youngstown, Ohio. He has been a lifetime member of
The Ohio State University Dental Alumni Society since 2012, and
currently serves as the President of the organization. Cesar Augustin, Jr., DDSPresident, Dental Alumni Society
D E NTAL ALU M N I S O C I ET Y
WE LCO M E FRO M TH E D EAN
This gathering is a recognition of all you have accomplished as a graduate of our College of Dentistry, and I am so glad to celebrate today with you, your family, and friends! The degree you have earned is a testimony to your commitment and hard work during your time in our college.
Throughout my career as dean of two dental schools, I have presided over 17 convocation events. At those celebrations there have been some common themes, but this ceremony is unique -- and so are the experiences you have had on the journey that has led you to this moment.
As you all know, this is the first-ever “virtual” convocation event in the history of our college. The circumstances that have caused us to celebrate in this way have challenged every one of us – students, staff, and faculty alike – in ways that cannot be described fully. Together, we have faced a once-in-a-century global pandemic. But in the midst of that, we have made progress, found solutions to problems, and discovered that we can achieve great things even when the odds seem overwhelming.
Your successes under these trying conditions have shown that the future holds great promise for you. You will continue to grow, to overcome, and to achieve. And I believe you will one day look back on the past few months, and you will see that you have learned and grown even from the difficulties you have come through.
During your time with us, our staff and faculty have worked hard to prepare you for your future as dental professionals. It is fitting for us to make a special mention of those who have helped you along the way.
Patrick M. Lloyd, DDS, MS Dean
And it is important to recognize the family members and friends who are closest to you. The support they provided as you met your professional and personal obligations has helped make this day possible. Together, we acknowledge all they have done to ensure your success.
I also want to thank each of you for the ways you contributed to making our college a better place to care for patients and educate the next generation of oral health care providers. Your engagement and participation in our college community brought new approaches to our educational programs, clinical operations, and extracurricular endeavors. You have also helped shape the experiences of those who will follow you, and they will benefit from your efforts.
Please remember that although you were a student in our College of Dentistry for a short time, you will be an alum for a lifetime. I encourage you to stay connected with classmates and others you have met during your time here. Our college website, monthly e-newsletter, and alumni magazine can help you keep in touch. Try to find time to participate in alumni events, whether they are “virtual” or in-person. When you return to your alma mater, I know you will enjoy the experience of being back on campus. We will welcome you as our former students and our loyal alums!
Wishing you all the very best,
Patrick M. Lloyd, DDS, MSDean and Professor
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David Budge is the President of the Dental Class of
2020. David grew up in Tokyo, Japan, returned to the
States for his undergraduate studies in Utah, and finally
moved to Ohio with his wife Karlee for dental school.
They have two children and live in Hilliard. David
enjoys playing music and spending time outdoors with
his family. He will continue his training as a Resident
Dental Anesthesiologist at The Ohio State University
Wexner Medical Center and College of Dentistry.
DENTISTRY CLASS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
David BudgePresident, Dental Class of 2020
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Academy of General Dentistry Senior Student Dental Award .......................................................Jacob Harley and Cristina Ocrainiciuc
Academy of Operative Dentistry Senior Award ............................................................................................................................ Joseph Benson
Academy of Osseointegration Outstanding Student in Implant Dentistry Award ...................................................................Emma Satava
American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry Student Award of Merit ....................................................................................................Evan Miller
American Academy of Implant Dentistry Dental Student Award ............................................................................................................Ryan Jin
American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology Dental Student Award ...............................................................Morgan Fannon
American Academy of Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology Achievement Award ................................................................... Andrea Tsatalis
American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Certificate of Merit Award ........................................................................................Petr Vaughan
American Academy of Periodontology Dental Student Award for Achievement in Periodontology ............................... Ajitesh Singh
American Association of Endodontists Student Achievement Award in Endodontics ...................................................... Andrea Tsatalis
American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Dental Implant Student Award ......................................................Evan Miller
American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons Dental Student Award .................................................................Petr Vaughan
American Association of Orthodontists Student Award .................................................................................................................. Jordan Lamb
American Association of Public Health Dentistry Dental Student Recognition Award........................................................Vanessa Short
American Association of Women Dentists Eleanor J. Bushee Memorial Award ................................................................. Mary Whitmore
American College of Dentists Outstanding Student Leader Award ..............................................................................................Jacob Falter
American College of Prosthodontists Predoctoral Student Prosthodontic Achievement Award ............................... Mason Monheim
American Dental Society of Anesthesiology Horace Wells Senior Student Award ................................................................David Budge
Carl O. Boucher Prosthodontic Conference Senior Student Award ...................................................................................Brandon Mihalich
Delta Dental Foundation Community Commitment Award .................................................................................................. Samantha Lindsey
Delta Dental Student Leadership Award ..............................................................................................................................................Victoria Blem
DENTSPLY Merit Award in Removable Prosthodontics ..................................................................................................................Kelley Fischer
Hanau Whip Mix Best of the Best Prosthodontic Award .........................................................................................................Brandon Mihalich
International College of Dentists Student Humanitarian Award .........................................................................................................Dana Akel
International College of Dentists Student Leadership Award ........................................................................................................David Budge
International Congress of Oral Implantologists Student Achievement Award ...................................................................Robert Schmenk
Northeastern Society of Periodontists Senior Student Award ............................................................................................. Anthony Matteotti
Outstanding Commitment to Community Award .......................................................................................................Dana Akel, David Budge,
Sarah Hausmann, Mark Humphreys,
Anthony Matteotti, Cristina Ocrainiciuc,
Ruwaydah Shalash, Andrea Tsatalis,
and Stephanie Wong
Pierre Fauchard Senior Student Award ..........................................................................................................................................Caroline Sawicki
Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Periodontics ....................................................................................................Emily Sexton
Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Restorative Dentistry ................................................................................... Jordan Lamb
Quintessence Award for Research Achievement ......................................................................................................................... Andrea Tsatalis
Toplek Award ...................................................................................................................................................................................................Jacob Falter
ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
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Callahan Memorial Award – Brandon Mihalich
Established in 1941 by the Callahan Commission of the Ohio Dental Association, the Callahan
Memorial Award is recognized as a primary award for individual student excellence in
dentistry. The students who have achieved outstanding academic ratings and who exemplify
the highest ideals of the profession are selected for the Callahan Memorial Student Prize.
The award includes a certificate from the Callahan Memorial Commission, a cash award,
and the engraving of each recipient’s name on a plaque displayed in the college.
Harry M. Semans Memorial Award - Dental Alumni Society – Jacob Harley and Petr Vaughan
In 1968, The Ohio State University Class of 1916 established the Harry M. Semans
Memorial Scholarship Award, which is endowed by the Ohio State Dental Alumni
Society. The award is in memory of Harry M. Semans, Dean of the College of Dentistry
from 1914 to 1938, in recognition of his humanitarian services and his dedication to
the College of Dentistry and the profession of dentistry. The award is presented to
a senior dental student demonstrating outstanding scholarship and professionalism,
and it includes a certificate and a lifetime membership with the Dental Alumni Society,
and the engraving of the recipient’s name on a plaque displayed in the college.
College of Dentistry Veler Scholar – Mary Margaret Habel
In 2010, the College of Dentistry received its largest gift ever from the estate of Dr. Richard
Veler, a dentistry alumnus from the Class of 1946, and his wife, Betty G. Veler. The Richard
C. Veler, D.D.S., and Betty G. Veler Dental Scholarship provides significant annual financial
support to four D.D.S. students in the College of Dentistry (one from each class). Scholarship
recipients must demonstrate “merit, need, and outstanding moral and ethical character,”
with the understanding that acceptance of this scholarship represents a commitment to a
professional dental education, as well as a lasting commitment to the college and The Ohio
State University. Students who receive the Veler scholarship are expected to meet the highest
standards of leadership, philanthropy, and a commitment to helping others after graduation.
SCHOLASTIC AWARDS
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Dana Akel Dublin, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Columbus, Ohio
Mareem Ali Cleveland, Ohio B.S. Cleveland State University General Practice West Columbia, South Carolina
Michael Andes Ashtabula, Ohio B.A. College of Wooster Advanced Education in General Dentistry Keesler Air Force Base Biloxi, Mississippi
Lauren Barton Akron, Ohio B.S. John Carroll University U.S. Navy Camp LeJeune Jacksonville, North Carolina
Maxwell Beattie Bowling Green, Ohio B.S. Bowling Green State University General Practice Residency University of Toledo Toledo, Ohio
Joseph Benson Columbus, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University Advanced Education in General Dentistry Christ Community Health Services Memphis, Tennessee
Sahil Bhardwaj Columbus, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Charlotte, North Carolina
Victoria Blem Rawson, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Columbus, Ohio
John Boykin Brunswick, Ohio B.A. Case Western Reserve University
Jacob Bresciani Coshocton, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Cleveland, Ohio
Augustus Brock Cincinnati, Ohio B.S. University of Cincinnati General Practice Cincinnati, Ohio
Tyler Brown Dublin, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Columbus, Ohio
Adam Buckler Lucasville, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Chillicothe, Ohio
David Budge Hilliard, Ohio B.A. Brigham Young Univeresity Dental Anesthesiology Residency The Ohio State University Columbus, Ohio
Miguel Camino Miami, Florida B.S. Florida International University General Practice Miami, Florida
Erin Carr Lakewood, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Washington, DC
Matthew Chaney Columbus, Ohio B.S. Ohio Northern University General Practice Residency The Ohio State University Columbus, Ohio
Courtney Colles Dublin, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Residency Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Youngstown, Ohio
Kolin Cookson Columbus, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University U.S. Air Force St. Louis, Missouri
Chase Culbertson Fairborn, Ohio B.A. Ohio Wesleyan University General Practice Columbus, Ohio
Zachary Curtis Bradford, Ohio B.S. Cedarville University General Practice Troy, Ohio
Andrea Deuschle Toledo, Ohio B.S. Adrian College General Practice Residency University of Toledo Toledo, Ohio
Logan Dilik Avon Lake, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University U.S. Air Force Wright Patterson Air Force Base Dayton, Ohio
Gianni DiMichaelangelo Westerville, Ohio B.A. Capital University General Practice Westerville, Ohio
Ryan Dull Beavercreek, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University U.S Navy San Diego, California
Gage Eberly Columbus, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Toledo, Ohio
Tala Ebrahimian Dayton, Ohio B.A. Wright State University General Practice Residency New York University New York, New York
Jacob Falter Dayton, Ohio B.A. The Ohio State University Orthodontic Dentistry Residency The Ohio State University Columbus, Ohio
Morgan Fannon Beavercreek, Ohio B.A. Capital University General Practice Residency University of Washington Seattle, Washington
Kelley Fischer Columbus, Ohio B.S.N. Lourdes University Pediatric Dentistry Residency University of Florida Naples, Florida
Brayden Flake Tucson, Arizona B.S. Brigham Young University General Practice Elizabeth City, North Carolina
Elizabeth Francis Fort Loramie, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Troy, Ohio
Jordanne Gambill Wilmington, Ohio B.S. Kentucky Wesleyan College General Practice Indianapolis, Indiana
Jenna Garvin Dayton, Ohio B.S.N. Wright State University U.S. Air Force Eglin Air Force Base Valparaiso, Florida
Margaret Gibson Coshocton, Ohio B.A. Indiana University General Practice Residency Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Hospital Youngstown, Ohio
Emily Glor Wellington, Ohio B.S. Heidelberg University General Practice Residency Mercy Hospital Canton, Ohio
DENTAL CLASS OF 2020
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Dylan Graban Hubbard, Ohio B.S. Youngstown State University General Practice Columbus, Ohio
Kevan Green Delaware, Ohio B.S. Otterbein University General Practice Delaware, Ohio
Nicholas Griggs Stow, Ohio B.A. University of Akron General Practice Wilmington, North Carolina
Mary Margaret Habel Cincinnati, Ohio B.S. Denison University General Practice Cincinnati, Ohio
Caroline Hall Bay Village, Ohio B.S. John Carroll University General Practice Charlotte, North Carolina
Jacob Harley New Lexington, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University U.S. Air Force Dayton, Ohio
Sarah Hausmann Cleveland, Ohio B.A. Miami University General Practice Cleveland, Ohio
Courtney Herman Chagrin Falls, Ohio B.A. Kent State University Pediatric Dentistry Residency Case Western Reserve University, Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital Cleveland, Ohio
Chloe Hoang Columbus, Ohio B.S. University of Cincinnati M.S. University of Cincinnati Advanced Education in General Dentistry NYU Langone Dental Greenville, Ohio
Elizabeth Holloway Dayton, Ohio Grant Hooper Centerville, Ohio B.S. Cedarville University Advanced Education in General Dentistry NYU Langone Dental Greenville, Ohio
Mark Humphreys Fort Loramie, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Fort Loramie, Ohio
Bailey Janczak Union, Ohio B.S. University of Dayton General Practice Englewood, Ohio
Joseph Jenkins Gallipolis, Ohio B.S. University of Cincinnati General Practice Residency University of Nevada, Las Vegas Las Vegas, Nevada
Ryan Jin Cincinnati, Ohio B.A. Miami University General Practice Cincinnati, Ohio
Jamie Jones Youngstown, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Columbus, Ohio
Stephanie Jue Pickerington, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Residency University of North Carolina Chapel Hill, North Carolina
Casey Kariya Kaysville, Utah B.S. Weber State University General Practice Bucyrus, Ohio
Christopher King Hilliard, Ohio B.A. Kenyon College
Caitlin Kiracofe Lima, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Columbus, Ohio
Daniel Koman Centerville, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Columbus, Ohio
Ivan Koutsopatriy Eaton, Ohio B.A. Wabash College Advanced Education in General Dentistry Fort Carson Army Base Colorado Springs, Colorado
Robert Laing Van Wert, Ohio B.A. Miami University General Practice Van Wert, Ohio
Jordan Lamb Coupeville, Washington B.S. Brigham Young University Orthodontic Dentistry Residency Virginia Commonwealth University Richmond, Virginia
David Lawler West Chester, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice West Chester, Ohio
Daniel Lebowitz Columbus, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Bexley, Ohio
Chuguo Liao Akron, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Ann Arbor, Michigan
Samantha Lindsey Morristown, Tennessee B.S. Lincoln Memorial University General Practice Fremont, Ohio
Aaron Manos Canton, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Dayton, Ohio
Anthony Matteotti Cortland, Ohio B.S. Edinboro University of Pennsylvania General Practice Residency Pittsburgh Veterans Affairs Hospital Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Jeremy Meldrum Columbus, Ohio U.S. Air Force Biloxi, Mississippi
Gregory Meredith Jackson, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Jackson, Ohio
Brandon Mihalich Bethalto, Illinois B.S. McKendree University Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Residency Louisiana State University Health Shreveport, Louisiana
Evan Miller Centerville, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University U.S. Air Force Washington, DC
Mason Monheim Orrville, Ohio B.S. University of Illinois General Practice Orrville, Ohio
Kenneth Mueller St. Louis, Missouri B.S. Southern Illinois University Carbondale General Practice St. Louis, Missouri
Nicholas Murray Columbus, Ohio B.S. Utah State University General Practice Residency Akron, Ohio
Cornelius O’Sullivan IV Lakewood, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Cleveland, Ohio
DENTAL CLASS OF 2020
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Cristina Ocrainiciuc North Canton, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Residency Mercy Medical Center Canton, Ohio
Neha Patel Mason, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Residency Interfaith Medical Center Brooklyn, New York
Rahil Patel Independence, Ohio B.A. Miami University General Practice Houston, Texas
Thomas Plas Columbus, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Sheffield Village, Ohio
Ryan Polman Independence, Ohio B.S. University of Kentucky Jordynn Pozzuto Mecca, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University M.S. The University of Findlay General Practice Residency Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Youngstown, Ohio
Anthony Rader Findlay, Ohio B.S. Ohio Northern University General Practice Findlay, Ohio
Lance Rose McArthur, Ohio B.S. Shawnee State University, B.A. Shawnee State University General Practice Chillicothe, Ohio
Frank Ruggiero Parma, Ohio B.S. Baldwin Wallace University General Practice Residency Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Toledo, Ohio
Emma Satava Chagrin Falls, Ohio B.S. Allegheny College General Practice Tucson, Arizona
Caroline Sawicki Westlake, Ohio B.S. University of Dayton Pediatric Dentistry Residency New York University New York, New York
Robert Schmenk Kalida, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University Anesthesia Dentistry The Ohio State University Columbus, Ohio
Daniel Schweikert Richfield, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Akron, Ohio
Ryan Sedlar Beavercreek, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University Advanced Education in General Dentistry Dayton Veterans Affairs Medical Center Dayton, Ohio
Emily Sexton Springboro, Ohio B.S. University of Cincinnati Periodontic Dentistry Residency University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio San Antonio, Texas
Stephanie Sforza Girard, Ohio B.S. Walsh University General Practice Columbus, Ohio
Ruwaydah Shalash Hilliard, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University Advanced Education in General Dentistry Department of Veteran’s Affairs Hospital San Antonio, Texas
Alexandra Shehata Montgomery, Ohio B.S. University of Dayton General Practice Atlanta, Georgia
Alex Sherman Liberty Township, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University Pediatric Dentistry Residency Medical University of South Carolina Charleston, South Carolina
Vanessa Short Cincinnati, Ohio B.S. University of Cincinnati General Practice Cincinnati, Ohio
Ajitesh Singh Columbus, Ohio B.S. University of California, Irvine Periodontic Dentistry Residency Marquette University Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Chase Smith Nashport, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University Advanced Education in General Dentistry Dayton Veterans Affairs Medical Center Dayton, Ohio
April Stalevicz Loveland, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Akron, Ohio
Christian Stanfield Columbus, Ohio B.S. Brigham Young University General Practice Tucson, Arizona
Andrea Tsatalis Dayton, Ohio B.A. University of Toledo Endodontic Dentistry Residency Marquette University Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Adam Turner Coshocton, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Columbia, South Carolina
Petr Vaughan Lebanon, Ohio B.S. Mount Vernon Nazarene University Pediatric Dentistry Residency Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Cincinnati, Ohio
Elizabeth Visger Painesville, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Residency Summa Health System Akron, Ohio
Nicholas Weininger Dover, Ohio General Practice New Philadelphia, Ohio
David Westmeyer III Toledo, Ohio B.S. Bowling Green State University General Practice Denver, Colorado
Mary Whitmore Rocky River, Ohio B.S. Loyola University Chicago General Practice Columbus, Ohio
Alex Williams Nashport, Ohio B.A. Brigham Young University General Practice Zanesville, Ohio
Logan Williams Fostoria, Ohio B.S. The Ohio State University General Practice Cleveland, Ohio
Stephanie Wong Shaker Heights, Ohio B.A. Occidental College General Practice Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
DENTAL CLASS OF 2020
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DENTISTRY GRADUATION WITH HONORS
Summa Cum Laude (3.90 - 4.0)
Magna Cum Laude (3.70 - 3.89)
Cum Laude (3.50 - 3.69)
Joseph Benson Victoria Blem Jenna Garvin Courtney Herman Caitlin Kiracofe David Lawler
Cristina Ocrainiciuc Jordynn Pozzuto Frank Ruggiero Andrea Tsatalis Adam Turner
Dana Akel Lauren Barton Maxwell Beattie Jacob Bresciani David Budge Matthew Chaney Jacob Falter
Morgan Fannon Kelley Fischer Brayden Flake Emily Glor Mary Margaret Habel Joseph Jenkins Ryan Jin
Jamie Jones Stephanie Jue Anthony Matteotti Robert Schmenk Ruwaydah Shalash Alex Sherman Chase Smith
Jacob Harley Jordan Lamb Brandon Mihalich Evan Miller Emma Satava Petr Vaughan
Students graduating with honors were given scarlet and gray braids given by the university.
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David Budge
Jacob Falter
Kelley Fischer
Mary Margaret Habel
Jacob Harley
Jamie Jones
Jordan Lamb
Brandon Mihalich
Evan Miller
Emma Satava
Ruwaydah Shalash
Petr Vaughan
The William S. Kramer Award of Excellence for 2019 was awarded to Petr Vaughan, and
the Orville E. Russell Award of Excellence for 2018 was awarded to Brandon Mihalich
for demonstrating scholarship, character, and the potential promise for advancement of
dentistry and service to humanity.
Omicron Kappa Upsilon had its inception with the Class of 1914 at Northwestern University
Dental School. A committee from this group submitted a petition to the faculty of the school
which stated that they were “desirous of organizing and founding a national honorary
fraternity similar to other honorary fraternities now existing in the leading universities...but
which shall consist of dental students exclusively; admission and membership to which shall
be based upon scholarship and character as manifested by election by the faculty.”
OMICRON KAPPA UPSILON
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Lisa Knobloch, DDSProfessor, Division of Restorative and Prosthetic Dentistry
Dear Class of 2020:
I am honored to be one of your convocation
hooders. Thank you for allowing me this
opportunity. When I think of your class,
one word come to mind - resilience. The
experiences along your entire educational
journey have made you stronger and well
equipped to handle what lies ahead. My
wish for you is that you wake up every day
with gratitude in your heart. Be thankful for
your blessings, your challenges, and your
opportunities. Pursue your passions and
remember the importance of lifelong learning.
It is one of the keys to happiness and success
both professionally and personally. I have
experienced a lot in my 26 years of teaching,
but nothing quite like this. I will always
remember your class as one that showed
grace and resilience in an unprecedented
time. I wish you all the very best!
With love and gratitude,
Dr. Knobloch
Mark Morrison, DDSAssistant Professor - Clinical, Division of Restorative and Prosthetic Dentistry
A message from Dr. Morrison:
Hooding your class is a wonderful and very special
honor. This gives me the opportunity to have one
last connection to say “well done” and thank you
to an outstanding group of new Ohio State dental
professionals and future colleagues. Over the
past four years, I have gotten to know the Class of
2020 quite well. Together, we have weathered the
highs and lows of a dental education. Mastery of
important hand skills, spending lots of late evenings
(after hours) in the pre-clinic lab, or trouble shooting
a challenging patient in the clinic. I have thoroughly
enjoyed my mentoring. I wish each and every one
of you success and joy in your future careers. As
dentists, my hope is that you will find as much
excitement and curiosity in your lives as I still do.
What I will always remember are your big smiles
and our friendship. Go forth and let’s celebrate!
Best always,
Dr. Mark Morrison (aka Dr. Mark)
HONORED HOODERS
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Susan Mallery, DDS, MS, PhDChair, Division of Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology
Dear Class of 2020:
I fondly remember my DDS convocation and
what it meant to have our selected College
faculty perform the honor of hooding. To my
classmates and me this meant the world…
we had faced and overcome all of the
challenges that dental school had given us
and achieved our goal of Doctor of Dental
Surgery. Consequently, I truly appreciate you
selecting me as a hooder for your class.
Wishing you much happiness in your
professional and personal lives!
Dr. Mallery
James B. Stone, DDSAssistant Professor-Clinical
Division of Restorative and
Prosthetic Dentistry
Dear Class of 2020:
I would like to thank you for allowing me to be
part of your graduation ceremony. You have
accomplished much in your long journey of
four years in dental school. I’m disappointed
that you don’t have the opportunity to walk
across the stage at the Mershon Auditorium
to receive your diploma. Along the way,
you have made many friends and learned
many new techniques in dentistry.
A special thanks to my Clinic 4 students,
you have been fun to work with and I
wish you all the success in the world.
Remember, it’s the friends we meet along the
way that helps us appreciate the journey.
Dr. Stone
HONORED HOODERS
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Daniel Cortes, DDS, MSAssistant Professor - ClinicalDivision of Restorative and Prosthetic Dentistry
A message from Dr. Cortes:
Hello, graduates! I truly enjoyed working with The Ohio State Dental Class of 2020. I have watched
you change through your hard work and dedication. I know it was a tough road, but you made it,
and you should be proud of yourselves. Your rewards lie ahead, and a bright future is waiting for
you. Thank you, Colleagues, for giving me this opportunity to share a few of my thoughts and share
this time with you.
Lisa Knobloch, DDS, MSProfessorDivision of Restorative and Prosthetic Dentistry
Dear Class of 2020:
I am honored to be one of your convocation hooders. Thank you for allowing me this opportunity.
When I think of your class, one word come to mind - resilience. The experiences along your entire
educational journey have made you stronger and well equipped to handle what lies ahead. My wish
for you is that you wake up every day with gratitude in your heart. Be thankful for your blessings,
your challenges,
and your opportunities. Pursue your passions and remember the importance of lifelong learning. It
is one of the keys to happiness and success both professionally and personally. I have experienced
a lot in my 26 years of teaching, but nothing quite like this. I will always remember your class as one
that showed grace and resilience in an unprecedented time. I wish you all the very best!
With love and gratitude,
Dr. Knobloch
2020 DENTISTRY OUTSTANDING INSTRUCTORS
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Mark Morrison, DDSAssistant Professor - ClinicalDivision of Resotrative and Prosthetic Dentistry
A message from Dr. Morrison:
Hooding your class is a wonderful and very special honor. This gives me the opportunity to have one
last connection to say “well done” and thank you to an outstanding group of new Ohio State dental
professionals and future colleagues. Over the past four years, I have gotten to know the Class of 2020
quite well. Together, we have weathered the highs and lows of a dental education. Mastery of important
hand skills, spending lots of late evenings (after hours) in the pre-clinic lab, or trouble shooting a
challenging patient in the clinic. I have thoroughly enjoyed my mentoring. I wish each and every one of
you success and joy in your future careers. As dentists, my hope is that you will find as much excitement
and curiosity in your lives as I still do. What I will always remember are your big smiles and our friendship.
Go forth and let’s celebrate!
Best always,
Dr. Mark Morrison (aka Dr. Mark)
2020 DENTISTRY OUTSTANDING INSTRUCTORS
Joyce Palik, DDS, MSAssociate Professor - ClinicalDivision of Restorative and Prosthetic Dentistry
A message from Dr. Palik:
Congratulations to the Class of 2020! You will rise up from the flames of this Pandemic and
achieve great success!
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James Stone, DDSAssistant Professor - Clinical Division of Restorative and Prosthetic Dentistry
A message from Dr. Stone:
I would like to thank you for allowing me to be part of your graduation ceremony. You have
accomplished much in your long journey of four years in dental school. I’m disappointed that you don’t
have the opportunity to walk across the stage at the Mershon Auditorium to receive your diploma. Along
the way, you have made many friends and learned many new techniques in dentistry.
A special thanks to my Clinic 4 students, you have been fun to work with and I wish you all the success
in the world.
Remember, it’s the friends we meet along the way that helps us appreciate the journey.
Dr. Stone
Robert Uhlin, DDSAssistant Professor - ClinicalDivision of Restorative and Prosthetic Dentistry
A message from Dr. Uhlin:
It has been my absolute pleasure to work with the members of your class. Every senior class seems to
have its own collective personality. I have found your class to be among the most responsive, teachable,
and cooperative of any class I have worked with.
I wish you all well, and I hope you enjoy and benefit from the practice of Dentistry as much as I have.
Dr. Uhlin
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Dental Hygiene Class of 2020,
I want to thank you for being so supportive of me throughout my first year with you. I am honored and forever grateful to have had the opportunity to work with each of you, as you are an amazing, positive, and special group of students. Please know that I will miss each of you, more than I can put into words.
Congratulations on your well-deserved accomplishments! YOU did it!
All the best,
Mason Colon, BSDH
THANK YOU, Class of 2020, for selecting me for this award!
I was so surprised when I received the news! I am honored to have been a part of your education! I also want to thank each of you for your kindness and compassion that you have shown during your time at the CoD. Not only are you good students and will be great hygienists, but you are also wonderful people! I am excited for you to begin life outside of Postle Hall!
Please reach out often and good luck on your next adventure!
Bridget Wright, BSDH
2020 DENTAL HYGIENE OUTSTANDING INSTRUCTORS
Mason Colon, BSDH
Bridget Wright, BSDHProfessor - Clinical
Division of Dental Hygiene
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DENTAL HYGIENE CLASS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Julie Gable, daughter of Robert and Teresa Gable, grew up in Fredericktown, Ohio. Julie has an older sister and four furry friends back at home. While working towards her dental hygiene degree, she graduated from The Ohio State University Mansfield with the degree of Associate of Arts. While enrolled in the dental hygiene program, she served in the Student Government Association as class president and was an active student member of the Columbus Ohio Dental Hygiene Association. Julie says, “I am incredibly thankful for the opportunity to lead our class and to work with other students while doing so. I’ve been able to build relationships and make special memories with all of my classmates that I’ll cherish forever. While reflecting back on my time spent in Postle Hall, I would like to thank our faculty and staff for pushing us everyday and for helping us become the clinicians we are today. I would also like to thank my family, sister, and friends for all of the support throughout my academic career.” Julie’s future plans include working for a pediatric dental office in Columbus while continuing to be an active member of the Columbus Ohio Dental Hygiene Association.
Julie GablePresident, Dental Hygiene
Class of 2020
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Academic Scholar Award – Jenna Johnson
This primary award recognizes the senior student who has achieved an outstanding academic rating in dental hygiene. The award consists of an engraved plaque.
College of Dentistry Hummel Family Scholarship –Allison Little, Aida Ndiaye, Haley Washington
The Hummel Family Scholarship was first awarded in 2017 to six Dental Hygiene students in the College of Dentistry (three from each class) with a gift from Dr. and Mrs. Robert Hummel. While studying at the College of Veterinary Medicine, Dr. Hummel was given $200 toward his tuition and promised that one day he would pay it forward for another college student. Dr. Hummel established this award to help students at universities that have impacted his family. His wife, Carole T. Hummel, is a dental hygiene alumna from the Class of 1958. This scholarship provides support to students who demonstrate leadership skills, financial need, contributions to society, and are part of the first generation of their family to attend college.
Sigma Phi Alpha – Allison Little, Kyerston Miller, Annie Wheeler
Sigma Phi Alpha is the national honor society of the dental hygiene profession.The purpose of Sigma Phi Alpha is to promote, recognize, and honor scholarship, service, and character among students and graduates of dental hygiene. Ten percent of the profession is elected into Sigma Phi Alpha.
College of Dentistry Yardley Scholar – Samantha Laborie
The Yardley Family Endowed Scholarship Fund in Dental Hygiene was established in 2011 with a gift from Lou Ann Moritz Ransom, a dental hygiene alumna from the Class of 1958. This scholarship is named for Ms. Moritz Ransom and her sisters, Jeanne Yardley Bogen and Mary Yardley Giannola, who have each had accomplished careers in dental hygiene. This scholarship provides support to a student who demonstrates financial need and is pursuing a degree in dental hygiene. This scholarship provides significant annual financial support to two dental hygiene students (one in each class). Students who receive the Yardley scholarship are expected to meet the highest standards of academic success, leadership, and commitment to others after graduation.
SCHOLASTIC AWARDS
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Astrid Langell Award .....................................................................................................................................................................................Nicole Soltis
Colgate S.T.A.R. Award .............................................................................................................................................................................Nour Hijazeen
Dental Hygiene Oral Radiography Award ................................................................................................................................. Armando Gallegos
Honor L. Whitacre Leadership Award ................................................................................................................................................Francesca Day
Hu-Friedy Golden Scaler Award .............................................................................................................................................................Reine ElBerry
Kilgore Dental Hygiene Restorative Achievement Award ..............................................................................................................Sarah Welker
Nancy J. Goorey Research Award .............................................................................................................................................................Sadra Hicks
Procter & Gamble Preventive Oral Health Award ....................................................................................................................................Mary Lally
Sigma Phi Alpha Wise Award ................................................................................................................................................................ Kyerston Miller
DENTAL HYGIENE ACHIEVEMENT AWARDS
DENTAL HYGIENE CLASS OF 2020
Eyrusalem Assefa Addis Ababa, Ethiopia Practice: Blacklick, Ohio
Haley Bowen Somerset, Ohio Practice: Somerset, Ohio
Francesca Day Dayton, Ohio Practice: Dayton, Ohio
Leah Degen Dublin, Ohio Practice: Columbus, Ohio
Reine ElBerry Columbus, Ohio Practice: Columbus, Ohio
Julie Gable Mount Vernon, Ohio Practice: Columbus, Ohio
Armando Gallegos Columbus, Ohio
Ainsley Harmon Newark, Ohio Practice: Columbus, Ohio
Alexandra Hickman Powell, Ohio Practice: Columbus, Ohio
Sadra Hicks Conneaut, Ohio Practice: Germany
Nour Hijazeen Westerville, Ohio Practice: Columbus, Ohio
Faith Horetski Etna, Ohio Practice: New Albany, Ohio
Jennifer Jewell Centerburg, Ohio Practice: Columbus, Ohio
Jenna Johnson Wadsworth, Ohio Practice: Wadsworth, Ohio
Samantha Laborie Bloomdale, Ohio
Mary Lally Fairview, Ohio Practice: Cleveland, Ohio
Taya Lautenschlager Wooster, Ohio Practice: New Albany, Ohio
Allison Little Lynchburg, Ohio Practice: Wilmington, Ohio
Kyerston Miller Wilmington, Ohio Practice: Upper Arlington, Ohio
Stephanie Murray Pickerington, Ohio Practice: Worthington, Ohio
Aida Ndiaye Columbus, Ohio Practice: Columbus, Ohio
Johanna Owen Cincinnati, Ohio Practice: Columbus, Ohio
Lexus Paulson Sioux Falls, South Dakota Practice: Minneapolis, Minnesota
Eileen Poe Upper Arlington, Ohio Practice: Columbus, Ohio
Nicole Soltis Macedonia, Ohio Practice: Columbus, Ohio
Emma Stoof Hilliard, Ohio Practice: Columbus, Ohio
Taylor Szaz Cincinnati, Ohio Practice: Cincinnati, Ohio
Haley Washington Mansfield, Ohio Practice: Columbus, Ohio
Sarah Welker Nashport, Ohio Practice: Nashport, Ohio
Brooke West Canal Fulton, Ohio Practice: Columbus, Ohio
Annie Wheeler Marysville, Ohio Practice: Delaware, Ohio
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DENTAL HYGIENE CLASS ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
Summa Cum Laude (3.90 - 4.0)
Magna Cum Laude (3.70 - 3.89)
Cum Laude (3.50 - 3.69)
Alexandra Hickman Nour Hijazeen Taya Lautenschlager Stephanie Murray Johanna Owen
Lexus Paulson Haley Washington Annie Wheeler
Francesca Day Reine ElBerry Samantha Laborie Allison Little Kyerston Miller
Nicole Soltis Taylor Szaz
Jenna Johnson Sarah Welker
Students graduating with honors were given scarlet and gray braids given by the university.
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In my practice as a dental hygienist,I affirm my personal and professional commitmentto improve the oral health of the public,to advance the art and science of dental hygiene,and to promote high standards of quality care.
I pledge continually to improve my professional knowledge and skills, to render a full measure of service to each patient entrusted to my care, and to uphold the highest standards of professional competence and personal conduct in the interestsof the dental hygiene profession and the public it serves.
DENTAL HYGIENE OATH
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I, (dentist’s name), as a member of the dental profession, shall keep this pledge and these stipulations.
I understand and accept that my primary responsibility is to my patients, and I shall dedicate myself to render, to the best of my ability, the highest standard of oral health care and to maintain a relationship of respect and confidence. Therefore, let all come to me in the knowledge that their total health and well-beingare my first considerations.
I shall accept the responsibility that, as a professional, my competence rests on continuing the attainment of knowledgeand skill in the arts and sciences of dentistry.
I acknowledge my obligation to support and sustain the honor and integrity of the profession and to conduct myself in all endeavors such that I shall merit the respect of my patients, colleagues and my community. I further commit myself to the betterment of my community for the benefit of all society.
I shall faithfully observe the Principles of Ethics and Code of Professional Conduct set forth by the profession.
All this I pledge with pride in my commitment to the profession and the public it serves.
THE DENTIST’S PLEDGE
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Oh come let’s sing Ohio’s praiseAnd songs to Alma Mater raiseWhile our hearts rebounding thrillWith joy which death alone can stillSummer’s heat or winter’s coldThe seasons pass the years will rollTime and change will surely showHow firm thy friendship . . . O - H I - O
With lyrics written in 1906 by The Ohio State University freshman Fred Cornell, Carmen Ohio stands as Ohio State’s oldest school song, and as its alma mater. No other song expresses better all the rea-sons that people love Ohio State; the friends you make here, the good times you have and the pride you feel as an Ohio State stu-dent or just a fan. Set to the Christian tune, Spanish Hymn, the sounds of Carmen Ohio bring a tear to the eye and a lump in the throat.
Adapted for brass band in 1955 by director Jack Evans and arrang-er Richard Heine, the sound of the Orton Hall chimes was added to the beginning of Carmen Ohio, and yet another tradition was born. Built in 1892, the chimes in Orton Hall tower ring out the hours dai-ly, and the Carillon is played regularly. Every Friday at noon, Car-men Ohio, Buckeye Battle Cry, Fight the Team Across the Field and other Ohio State songs peal out of the tower and float across the Oval, reminding all that Ohio State is the best place to be!
CARMEN OHIO
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Improving health by innovation in oral and craniofacial patient care through learning, discovery, and service
The College of Dentistry is dedicated to addressing the evolving health care needs of communities in Ohio, the nation, and the world by:
Providing comprehensive oral and craniofacial health care in an inter-professional health science community
Educating health care professionals and scientists in a collaborative and diverse academic environment
Creating, discovering, and sharing knowledge
Preparing socially responsible and engaged citizens
Promoting a culture of excellence, respect, and inclusiveness
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College of Dentistry Mission Statement
COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY VISION
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The Seal of the College of Dentistry
The seal is symbolic of the relationship of the profession of dentistry to education at The Ohio State University.
The “O” with the open book and buckeye leaf are part of the University seal and signify learning at Ohio State.
The “O” also represents the Greek letter Omicron which is the first letter of the word, Odont, meaning tooth.
The triangle, representing the Greek letter Delta, together with the cautery and the branches with leaves and berries are symbolic of the profession of dentistry.
The leaves represent the 32 teeth in the permanent dentition, the berries the 20 teeth in the deciduous dentition.