WVU School of Dentistry

08/28/2026

Last week, our students had a great opportunity to hear from Dr. Ching-Chang Ko during the annual Mesaros Symposium at The Erickson Alumni Center. Thanks to the Drs. Paul and Laura Mesaros Endowed Lectureship in Dentistry, we're able to provide our students and other dental professionals with this opportunity to continue developing their knowledge and skills. 🦷

08/26/2026

Our new Pediatric Dentistry Clinic in the WVU Health Sciences Center is a bright, welcoming environment for our youngest patients 🧒 The space underwent an amazing transformation into an expanded, modernized space to provide our students and patients an enhanced experience.

Learn more about our extensive renovation and expansion project ⬇️
https://dentistry.wvu.edu/about/facilities-and-technology/the-campaign-for-facilities/

08/25/2026

After a welcome that included fun, food, friends, and even a ferris wheel and football stadium, our newest Dental Hygiene students are settling into their WVU home 💛💙 Meet the WVU Dental Hygiene Class of 2030 ⬇️

This week, the West Virginia University School of Dentistry welcomed 19 new students to the dental hygiene Class of 2030.

08/24/2026

Our newest DDS students have been in class for one week and are making themselves at home here in our WVU and School of Dentistry communities. 💛💙 We’re honored to be part of their journey and can’t wait to see where the next four years will take them. 🦷

Meet the WVU DDS Class of 2030 ➡️ https://dentistry.wvu.edu/News/Story?headline=wvu-school-of-dentistry-welcomes-class-of-2030-dental-students

08/19/2026

Earlier today, we celebrated the completion of our Phase One renovations with a ribbon-cutting ceremony! This first phase of the multiphase project brings together modernized Orthodontic and Pediatric Dentistry Clinics, the Dental Innovation Center, and our Dental Group Practice at the WVU Health Sciences Center.

“As the only dental school in West Virginia, we are keenly focused on our land-grant mission to improve the lives of families throughout our state. [The renovation] will greatly strengthen our educational base while helping to expand access to care and patient care experiences throughout the region.” -Dr. Stephen Pachuta, Dean

To better prepare tomorrow’s dentists to meet future patient needs, West Virginia University School of Dentistry students are learning and practicing in a newly renovated and expanded state-of-the art facility at the only dental school in the Mountain State.

08/18/2026

Our Dental Hygiene Class of 2030 has started their journey at WVU! Yesterday, we enjoyed a picnic with all dental hygiene students, and today is their first day of class. We’re excited to see them brighten smiles throughout their time in our School of Dentistry 💛💙

08/14/2026

Our Class of 2030 dental students participated in their Professionalism Assembly this afternoon, affirming their commitment to their education, their patients, and the profession. Welcome to the WVU School of Dentistry 🦷💛💙

08/13/2026

We’re excited to celebrate the Class of 2028 and their transition to clinical care at the Clinic Induction Ceremony on Friday, Sept. 25 🥼 You’re invited to sponsor one or more of our students to welcome them to their clinical education. Your gift will provide for one white coat for one student, and you are encouraged to write a personal note of support and celebration. Learn more ➡️ give.wvu.edu/SODWhiteCoat

08/12/2026

The DDS Class of 2030 has arrived on campus! We’re excited to welcome these new Mountaineers and are looking forward to their journeys. Let’s Go! 💛💙

08/06/2026

Congratulations to alumnus Dr. Jim Anderson on his election to the WVU Foundation Board of Directors 👏 He’s been a great support for our School and will provide valuable leadership to help the Foundation meet its mission.

We are excited to welcome dedicated Mountaineers Dr. Jim Anderson, Gary LeDonne and Bob Contraguerro Jr. to our WVU Foundation Board of Directors!

Read more about their backgrounds ➡️ bit.ly/4pNjyrK